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MBAexpress: Essence of Entrepreneurship - V 2.0

MBAexpress: Essence of Entrepreneurship – V 2.0

Earn CPE Credits!

  • Format: Online
  • CPE Credits: 1
  • Level: Intermediate
  • Field of Study: Management & Skill Development
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MBAexpress: Essence of Entrepreneurship – V 2.0

Earn CPE Credits!

  • Format: Online
  • CPE Credits: 1
  • Level: Intermediate
  • Field of Study: Management & Skill Development
3735

MBAexpress: Essence of Entrepreneurship - V 2.0

Entrepreneurship is more than launching a business - it involves identifying opportunities, managing risks, leading teams, and demonstrating resilience in a constantly changing environment. This course provides a practical approach to developing a strong business plan while helping participants evaluate opportunities, assess risks, and make informed strategic decisions. It also explores the often-overlooked realities of entrepreneurial life, including leadership challenges, financial pressures, and the importance of adaptability and perseverance for long-term success.

  • MBA-level entrepreneurial strategy fundamentals

  • Market need and competitive positioning analysis

  • Risk and uncertainty assessment methods

  • Customer-focused value proposition design

  • Entrepreneurial thinking within established organizations

  • Sustainable business model evaluation and growth planning

Who Will Benefit?

CPAs Advising Entrepreneurs or Business Owners
Gain insights to better support clients in evaluating business opportunities, managing financial risks, and developing sustainable business plans.
Finance and Accounting Professionals
Strengthen financial and strategic skills needed to assess business viability, support growth initiatives, and guide informed decision-making.
Corporate Finance Teams
Learn how entrepreneurial thinking and financial planning can support innovation, new ventures, and business expansion within organizations.
Business Leaders and Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Develop a practical understanding of building and managing a business while preparing for the leadership and operational challenges of entrepreneurship.

Key Areas Covered

Rethinking the Traditional Business Plan Approach

Explore modern approaches to business planning that focus on flexibility, practicality, and real-world business dynamics.

The Four Components of a Non-Traditional Business Framework

Understand the key elements of an alternative business framework that helps evaluate and structure new business opportunities.

People, Opportunity, Context, Risk, and Reward

Learn how these critical factors influence entrepreneurial decisions and the overall success of a business venture.

Lead Generation Fundamentals

Discover essential strategies for identifying potential customers, building relationships, and generating business opportunities.

The Personal and Professional Realities of Entrepreneurship

Gain insight into the challenges and responsibilities entrepreneurs face, including leadership, resilience, and long-term commitment.

Course Overview

01
Rethink the Traditional Business Plan
Explore why traditional business plans that focus mainly on numbers may not be effective and learn a more practical, strategic approach to planning a new venture.
02
Understand the Core Entrepreneurial Framework
Learn the four key elements of a non-traditional business framework-people, opportunity, context, and risk and reward-that help evaluate business success.
03
Focus on the Right Foundations for a Startup
Understand the importance of building the right team, identifying strong opportunities, and developing strategies that support sustainable growth.
04
Recognize the Realities of Entrepreneurship
Gain insight into the personal and professional challenges entrepreneurs face, including risk, leadership pressure, and the resilience required for long-term success.

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About Authors

Peter Margaritis

Peter Margaritis, CPA, CGMA, CSP is a keynote speaker, author, and communication strategist who helps professionals present financial information with clarity and confidence. He has delivered over 500 keynotes and workshops worldwide and is the author of Improv Is No Joke and Taking the Numb Out of Numbers, using applied improvisation to enhance communication and leadership.

Jennifer H. Elder

Jennifer H. Elder, CPA, CMA, CIA, CFF, CGMA, MS is a keynote speaker, trainer, and business coach with over 20 years of experience helping organizations transform their strategy and operations. She is known for making complex business and financial topics practical, engaging, and easy to understand, and has delivered training for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and CPA firms across the U.S.

FAQs

What Topics Are Covered?

The course covers foundational and applied entrepreneurial concepts, including:

  • Why current business plans that focus primarily on the numbers is the wrong approach
  • People, Opportunity, Context, Risk and Reward
  • The dark side of being an entrepreneur
  • Lead generation strategies

How Many CPE Credits Are Offered?

  • 1 CPE credit is earned upon successful completion of the online program requirements.

Who Should Enroll?

  • Entrepreneurs and aspiring founders seeking structured validation frameworks
  • CPAs and finance professionals evaluating new ventures or investment opportunities
  • Business leaders responsible for innovation and growth initiatives
  • Managers assessing expansion strategies or new business lines
  • Professionals seeking MBA-level entrepreneurial strategy in a focused format

What Skills Will I Gain?

  • Structured opportunity assessment techniques
  • Market validation and competitive analysis capabilities
  • Risk-aware decision-making frameworks
  • Customer-focused value proposition design
  • Financial evaluation of entrepreneurial initiatives
  • Strategic thinking for sustainable growth
  • Application of entrepreneurial principles within corporate environments

How Is the Program Delivered?

  • The program is delivered fully online in a self-paced format.
  • Participants can complete the course according to their professional schedules.
  • All learning materials are structured for practical application and immediate workplace relevance.

What Is the Program Level and Field of Study?

  • Program Level: Intermediate
  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Field of Study: Management & Skill Development
  • CPE Credits: 1

Learning Outcomes

Identify critical focus areas when launching a business

Understand the core elements of a modern business plan framework

Recognize the importance of team strength and leadership

Evaluate the personal challenges associated with entrepreneurial ventures

A practical perspective on entrepreneurship that goes beyond numbers to explore real business challenges and opportunities.