Mandela Institute

Overview:

The Diploma in Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management offers foundational knowledge and practical skills in launching and managing innovative ventures.

Objectives:

  • Gain a solid understanding of entrepreneurship principles, processes, and methodologies.
  • Develop basic skills in opportunity recognition, business model development, and marketing strategies.
  • Learn about startup financing, leadership, and teamwork in entrepreneurial settings.
  • Understand the basics of innovation management and technology commercialization.

Course Outline:

  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship
  • Opportunity Recognition Basics
  • Business Model Fundamentals
  • Basics of Startup Financing
  • Marketing Basics for Startups
  • Innovation Management Fundamentals
  • Basics of Leadership in Entrepreneurial Environments
  • Intellectual Property Basics
  • Growth Strategies Basics
  • Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship

Assessments:

  • Participation: 50%
  • Assignments: 20%
  • Projects: 10%
  • Final Project: 20%