Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21750

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  Aynur Nabiyeva

Entrepreneurship is a way of thinking and acting in the world that creates positive impact through the development of new and better solutions to customer and societal problems. Entrepreneurs see the world differently, noticing problems that others have overlooked and using passion, creativity and business skills to craft new and better solutions that address those problems effectively and sustainably. In doing so, entrepreneurs create value for others and advance the common good, whether in a startup enterprise, or an established company, or in a social-impact enterprise. In this course, business students of all disciplines will get an introduction to the entrepreneurial process, gaining knowledge and experience in core practices of entrepreneurial discovery and creation. The course is experiential – students will learn by doing, whether through in-class exercises, an exploratory field study, or case study analysis and discussion. Students will learn how this process advances the common good and will identify how it can be deployed within multiple fields of study.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21751

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  Aynur Nabiyeva

Entrepreneurship is a way of thinking and acting in the world that creates positive impact through the development of new and better solutions to customer and societal problems. Entrepreneurs see the world differently, noticing problems that others have overlooked and using passion, creativity and business skills to craft new and better solutions that address those problems effectively and sustainably. In doing so, entrepreneurs create value for others and advance the common good, whether in a startup enterprise, or an established company, or in a social-impact enterprise. In this course, business students of all disciplines will get an introduction to the entrepreneurial process, gaining knowledge and experience in core practices of entrepreneurial discovery and creation. The course is experiential – students will learn by doing, whether through in-class exercises, an exploratory field study, or case study analysis and discussion. Students will learn how this process advances the common good and will identify how it can be deployed within multiple fields of study.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21752

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Instructor: TBD

Entrepreneurship is a way of thinking and acting in the world that creates positive impact through the development of new and better solutions to customer and societal problems. Entrepreneurs see the world differently, noticing problems that others have overlooked and using passion, creativity and business skills to craft new and better solutions that address those problems effectively and sustainably. In doing so, entrepreneurs create value for others and advance the common good, whether in a startup enterprise, or an established company, or in a social-impact enterprise. In this course, business students of all disciplines will get an introduction to the entrepreneurial process, gaining knowledge and experience in core practices of entrepreneurial discovery and creation. The course is experiential – students will learn by doing, whether through in-class exercises, an exploratory field study, or case study analysis and discussion. Students will learn how this process advances the common good and will identify how it can be deployed within multiple fields of study.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21753

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St Paul: In Person

Instructor: TBD

Entrepreneurship is a way of thinking and acting in the world that creates positive impact through the development of new and better solutions to customer and societal problems. Entrepreneurs see the world differently, noticing problems that others have overlooked and using passion, creativity and business skills to craft new and better solutions that address those problems effectively and sustainably. In doing so, entrepreneurs create value for others and advance the common good, whether in a startup enterprise, or an established company, or in a social-impact enterprise. In this course, business students of all disciplines will get an introduction to the entrepreneurial process, gaining knowledge and experience in core practices of entrepreneurial discovery and creation. The course is experiential – students will learn by doing, whether through in-class exercises, an exploratory field study, or case study analysis and discussion. Students will learn how this process advances the common good and will identify how it can be deployed within multiple fields of study.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21754

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St Paul: In Person

  Aynur Nabiyeva

Entrepreneurship is a way of thinking and acting in the world that creates positive impact through the development of new and better solutions to customer and societal problems. Entrepreneurs see the world differently, noticing problems that others have overlooked and using passion, creativity and business skills to craft new and better solutions that address those problems effectively and sustainably. In doing so, entrepreneurs create value for others and advance the common good, whether in a startup enterprise, or an established company, or in a social-impact enterprise. In this course, business students of all disciplines will get an introduction to the entrepreneurial process, gaining knowledge and experience in core practices of entrepreneurial discovery and creation. The course is experiential – students will learn by doing, whether through in-class exercises, an exploratory field study, or case study analysis and discussion. Students will learn how this process advances the common good and will identify how it can be deployed within multiple fields of study.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21755

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St Paul: In Person

  Aynur Nabiyeva

Entrepreneurship is a way of thinking and acting in the world that creates positive impact through the development of new and better solutions to customer and societal problems. Entrepreneurs see the world differently, noticing problems that others have overlooked and using passion, creativity and business skills to craft new and better solutions that address those problems effectively and sustainably. In doing so, entrepreneurs create value for others and advance the common good, whether in a startup enterprise, or an established company, or in a social-impact enterprise. In this course, business students of all disciplines will get an introduction to the entrepreneurial process, gaining knowledge and experience in core practices of entrepreneurial discovery and creation. The course is experiential – students will learn by doing, whether through in-class exercises, an exploratory field study, or case study analysis and discussion. Students will learn how this process advances the common good and will identify how it can be deployed within multiple fields of study.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21756

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St Paul: In Person

Instructor: TBD

Entrepreneurship is a way of thinking and acting in the world that creates positive impact through the development of new and better solutions to customer and societal problems. Entrepreneurs see the world differently, noticing problems that others have overlooked and using passion, creativity and business skills to craft new and better solutions that address those problems effectively and sustainably. In doing so, entrepreneurs create value for others and advance the common good, whether in a startup enterprise, or an established company, or in a social-impact enterprise. In this course, business students of all disciplines will get an introduction to the entrepreneurial process, gaining knowledge and experience in core practices of entrepreneurial discovery and creation. The course is experiential – students will learn by doing, whether through in-class exercises, an exploratory field study, or case study analysis and discussion. Students will learn how this process advances the common good and will identify how it can be deployed within multiple fields of study.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21757

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St Paul: In Person

Instructor: TBD

Entrepreneurship is a way of thinking and acting in the world that creates positive impact through the development of new and better solutions to customer and societal problems. Entrepreneurs see the world differently, noticing problems that others have overlooked and using passion, creativity and business skills to craft new and better solutions that address those problems effectively and sustainably. In doing so, entrepreneurs create value for others and advance the common good, whether in a startup enterprise, or an established company, or in a social-impact enterprise. In this course, business students of all disciplines will get an introduction to the entrepreneurial process, gaining knowledge and experience in core practices of entrepreneurial discovery and creation. The course is experiential – students will learn by doing, whether through in-class exercises, an exploratory field study, or case study analysis and discussion. Students will learn how this process advances the common good and will identify how it can be deployed within multiple fields of study.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21758

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  Alec Johnson

[Current ENTR majors can apply this course as an ENTR major elective.] NTR 200 is an award-winning, action-based course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs ready to move beyond theory and into real-world experience. This course is open to students across campus (and should be one of the first courses entrepreneurship majors/minors take) and challenges students to conceive, launch, and grow a side-hustle business that generates actual revenue during the semester. Through this immersive process, students develop into creative problem-solvers, capable of navigating uncertainty and seizing opportunity. The course blends practical business-building with foundational theory, including Opportunity Identification, Business Modeling, Industry Analysis, and New Venture Growth. Students engage with a dynamic mix of lectures, discussions, case studies, guest speakers, and reflective “hotwash” sessions to accelerate learning and adaptability. The semester culminates in a high-stakes pitch competition, where St. Thomas alumni evaluate students’ ventures based on progress, insight, and impact. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.

4 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21759

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  Alec Johnson

[Current ENTR majors can apply this course as an ENTR major elective.] NTR 200 is an award-winning, action-based course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs ready to move beyond theory and into real-world experience. This course is open to students across campus (and should be one of the first courses entrepreneurship majors/minors take) and challenges students to conceive, launch, and grow a side-hustle business that generates actual revenue during the semester. Through this immersive process, students develop into creative problem-solvers, capable of navigating uncertainty and seizing opportunity. The course blends practical business-building with foundational theory, including Opportunity Identification, Business Modeling, Industry Analysis, and New Venture Growth. Students engage with a dynamic mix of lectures, discussions, case studies, guest speakers, and reflective “hotwash” sessions to accelerate learning and adaptability. The semester culminates in a high-stakes pitch competition, where St. Thomas alumni evaluate students’ ventures based on progress, insight, and impact. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.

4 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21760

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Requirements Met:
     Busn Healthcare Minor Approved

  John McVea

Innovation is central to the unique challenges facing the US healthcare industry. Entrepreneurial thinking and action have become increasingly important to healthcare organizations as they seek to build sustainable competitive advantage in rapidly changing and increasingly competitive global markets. This course is designed to help students understand what it takes to work in emerging healthcare environments, to identify and evaluate new opportunities, and to transform innovations into profitable businesses. Students will develop the skills and knowledge necessary for applying the innovation process within the unique regulatory, financial and business model context of healthcare.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21761

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  Shinwon Noh

This course builds on the learning begun in ENTR 100 by providing additional tools and skills necessary for entrepreneurs and innovators to bring new business concepts successfully to market. Drawing upon a range of applied methodologies, including Design Thinking and Lean Startup, the course provides students with the tools to uncover new market needs, develop novel solutions, craft innovative and effective business models, and determine viable go-to-market strategies. The course is experiential, emphasizing case study analysis and discussion, in- class exercises and an exploratory field study. Prerequisite: ENTR 100 and Sophomore standing.

4 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21762

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  Steve Cole Finckle

This course builds on the learning begun in ENTR 100 by providing additional tools and skills necessary for entrepreneurs and innovators to bring new business concepts successfully to market. Drawing upon a range of applied methodologies, including Design Thinking and Lean Startup, the course provides students with the tools to uncover new market needs, develop novel solutions, craft innovative and effective business models, and determine viable go-to-market strategies. The course is experiential, emphasizing case study analysis and discussion, in- class exercises and an exploratory field study. Prerequisite: ENTR 100 and Sophomore standing.

4 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21763

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Requirements Met:
     Busn Healthcare Minor Approved

  John McVea

This course examines the challenges and opportunities created by the digital transformation currently underway in the US Health Care Market. The course will focus on the innovation, entrepreneurship and the new business models in the emerging environment of digital health. Students will learn how to frame some of the fundamental strategic changes which are happening in the fast-changing structure of health care industry as a result of the forces of digitization. Students will also be exposed to some of the latest trends in Digital Health start-ups, new digital health business models, in understanding the latest proposals for merger and acquisition and changes to the structure of the health care market.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21764

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  Casey Frid

This course focuses on the concepts and tools entrepreneurs use to develop a winning strategy. Students will learn concrete analytical tools and techniques for building a strategy in an entrepreneurial environment. The emphasis is on the importance of taking into account the complex, uncertain, and idiosyncratic nature of entrepreneurial contexts in startups, small businesses, internal corporate initiatives, and social enterprises. The course uses a series of case studies to help students develop their entrepreneurial judgement as well as develop their knowledge of entrepreneurial strategy. Prerequisites: ENTR 100 and Junior standing.

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21765

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  Jay Ebben

This course is focused on financial analysis and strategy in new and growing firms. Course topics are introduced and reinforced through case study analysis, discussion, in-class activities, speakers, hot washes, and the development of a financial plan that students present to investors at the end of the semester. Students can expect to take away critical and highly-marketable skill sets around building and interpreting financial projections, valuing privately-held firms, structuring debt and equity deals, creating value through deal terms, and managing by the numbers. Prerequisites: ENTR 100 and junior standing.

4 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21766

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Requirements Met:
     [Core] Signature Work

  Jay Ebben

This limited-enrollment course provides students with in-depth experience analyzing venture capital opportunities in early stage, growth, and acquisition contexts.  Coursework centers around a series of due diligence projects designed with start-up investors in the business community, and students present their investment recommendations to these investors at the culmination of each project.  Intertwined with these projects will be topics such as product-market fit, customer discovery, financial modeling, deal structure, key metrics, raising search funds, and more.  Students can expect to build a valuable skillset around identifying and pitching both critical success factors and potential risks in a deal, and they will exit the class with a portfolio of projects for resume building.   As today's Entrepreneurship majors have access to a wide range of career choices, including opportunities in Innovation, Corporate Venturing, Venture Capital and Private Equity, this course will assist students in developing technical knowledge, critical thinking and experience with the key project areas they are likely to encounter.  Prerequisites: ENTR 100; Instructor permission required; Students must have 80 credits before enrolling.

4 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21767

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Requirements Met:
     [Core] Signature Work

  Matthew Meents

Students in this course work to develop a start-up concept of their own.  Through applied real-world methodologies, students learn how to manage the business development process to continuously move their concepts forward.  This course builds on critical concepts from previous entrepreneurship courses, including opportunity identification, business modeling, financial modeling, and market/industry research skills, and challenges students to polish their critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills. The primary deliverables are a fundable business plan and a pitch to angel investors at the end of the course.  Prerequisites: ENTR 100, ENTR 200, and ENTR 250; and BUSN 202 or CISC 200; and 80 completed credits.

4 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 22175

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  John McVea

The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in Classfinder, View Searchable Class Schedule

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 22176

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  John McVea

The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in Classfinder, View Searchable Class Schedule

2 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21769

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  David Deeds

This course examines the motives, strategies and impacts of female entrepreneurs in the development of markets and societies across the Americas. After an overview of the key theoretical frameworks of gender and entrepreneurship, the course will review the historical trajectory of women in business in Latin America and the United States. Students will become acquainted with the literature, data sources, and research methods for studying gender and entrepreneurship. Examining the motives, strategies and impacts of female entrepreneurs in the past helps explain current opportunities and challenges facing women and men in business in North and Latin America today.

4 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 21768

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  Shinwon Noh

Creation is at the heart of art and entrepreneurship. Both artists and business entrepreneurs go through multiple iterations to bring their unique vision to tangible outcomes. Grounded in this assumption, the Entrepreneurial Insight from the Music Industry course has two key objectives. First, using the specific context of the music industry, students will learn and experience the process by which ideas evolve, teams are built, and audiences are engaged. By engaging in a hands-on team project, students will understand the importance of cross-discipline collaboration, experimentation, and feedback in entrepreneurship. Students will explore the parallels between musical creation and business creation, and in doing so, will realize that a successful entrepreneurial journey requires the prototyping mindset that is at the core of the music creation process. Second, this course will help students understand the importance of engaging external stakeholders for business success. Using case studies and guest speakers from the local music industry and related fields, this course will offer students rich opportunities to map out the entrepreneurial ecosystem for musicians in the Twin Cities and to reflect on the impact of new business on the community and vice versa. For business majors, this course is an opportunity to apply their learnings in a new context and to expand their creative toolkit. For non-business majors, this course will be an opportunity to explore creativity, discover the disciplines of entrepreneurship in an accessible cultural context, and find inspiration to expand their own course of study.

4 Credits

Subject: Lat America&Carib Studies (LACS)

CRN: 21301

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  Kari Zimmerman

The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in Classfinder, View Searchable Class Schedule

4 Credits