Overview
The MITx course, You Can Innovate: User Innovation & Entrepreneurship, prepares participants for the MIT Global Entrepreneurship Bootcamp through intensive, hands-on entrepreneurship training. It is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, inventors, and policymakers interested in innovation ecosystems, teaching principles like user-driven innovation and low-cost problem-solving. The course, led by Professor Eric von Hippel, includes mentorship and weekly reviews for verified students.
For further details, you can view the course here.
Program structure
The You Can Innovate: User Innovation & Entrepreneurship program is structured around user-driven innovation principles. Over six weeks, it includes hands-on assignments, project development, and weekly feedback for verified learners. Participants are guided through identifying user needs, creating low-cost solutions, and testing innovation strategies, preparing them for MIT’s Global Entrepreneurship Bootcamp. Each week covers specific innovation themes and includes support from peers and mentors.
For further details, visit the MITx course page.
Fees and Funding
The You Can Innovate: User Innovation & Entrepreneurship course is a short-term, six-week program rather than an annual course, so no annual fees apply. The mode of study is entirely online through MITx, allowing flexible access for participants to engage in weekly mentorship, assignments, and feedback. For further details, please refer to the MITx course page.
Scholarship Guidance
The You Can Innovate: User Innovation & Entrepreneurship course does not appear to offer direct scholarships. MITx courses are generally low-cost, with verified track fees designed to be accessible. However, some external funding or sponsorships may apply depending on the learner's location or organization. For additional options, learners might consider checking with local educational grants or sponsors.
For further details, please visit the MITx course page.
Admission Requirements
The You Can Innovate: User Innovation & Entrepreneurship course on MITx has open enrollment, so no formal admission requirements are specified. However, a background or interest in entrepreneurship, innovation, or business may enhance the learning experience.
For more detailed information, visit the MITx course page.
Application Procedure
The You Can Innovate: User Innovation & Entrepreneurship course on MITx does not have a traditional application process due to its open enrollment model. Prospective participants can enroll directly on the course page and choose to join as verified learners by paying the course fee, gaining access to additional resources and feedback.
For more details, visit the MITx course page.