The Global Entrepreneurship Exchange offers two-week total immersion in entrepreneurship and innovation - students will think entrepreneurially, work in an interdisciplinary and multi-cultural environment and form long lasting friendships and networks.
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Students who have participated in the program say it has been one of the most life-changing experiences of their lives, academically and personally.
upcoming dates (2018):
- India: Dec. 27 - Jan. 17
- China: June 4 - June 15
- India: June 18 - June 29
- Lowell Session 1: July 9 - July 20
- Lowell Session 2: July 23 - Aug. 3
What will you learn?
- ideation process
- business concept validation
- applying concepts discussed in class including business model canvas
- marketing research
- lean start-up
Project
Students will be divided into groups to solve a problem, develop a solution and make a final presentation.
Format
Days are divided into morning lectures and afternoon project work. There are also tours of technology companies and campus facilities, as well as exploring local sites.
Credits
UMass Lowell students can earn three credits.