FastTrac^® NewVenture™ College Edition

Discovering the World of Entrepreneurship

Americans are living in a new economy--powered by innovation, fueled by globalization, and driven by entrepreneurial spirit. To succeed in this environment, entrepreneurs must have a thorough knowledge of the world of entrepreneurship.

But how do you know if entrepreneurship is right for you? Get your answers with FastTrac NewVenture College Edition.

Designed specifically for aspiring entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship students, FastTrac NewVenture blends rich, research-based content with traditional classroom instruction, allowing you discover the world of entrepreneurship through self-discovery.

Putting It into Practice

Throughout the course, you will explore and practice entrepreneurship by discovering new concepts and completing the following entrepreneurial activities:

• Identify and meet market needs through concept development.
• Objectively evaluate your concept and plans for moving forward.
• Develop a working knowledge of business fundamentals such as marketing, product/service development, management, and financials.
• Begin building an infrastructure for your business operations and processes.
• Explore the risk and success factors in the marketplace.
• Understand how to access the human, financial, and business resources.
• Network with entrepreneurs and professionals.
• Respond to changes that can impact your business.
• Discover global entrepreneurship opportunities.
• Build an actionable business plan

Using FastTrac Tools

This course is designed to help you learn through doing, just like action-oriented entrepreneurs, rather than merely listening. So, you will use multiple tools-templates, exercises, reality checks, online activities, articles, case studies, videos, and Action Steps-to practice and apply information as it is being introduced. This information will help you discover the world of entrepreneurship and build critical business planning skills.

It's Your Choice

Through this course, you will gain an in-depth view of the world of entrepreneurship. Whether you choose entrepreneurship or not, you will be better equipped to design your future.