BIZ Zone - Become an Entrepreneur
Your kid already has a dream! Before they start chasing their dreams, they need a working understanding of entrepreneurship. This class will not only teach them business fundamentals, they will create and run a business.
What's included
8 live meetings
7 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursProjects
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 throughout the classProgress Report
1 after class completionClass Experience
In this 8-week course, we will cover business plans, budgets, capital, and product development. Your student will run their own business, therefore there will be some assignments outside of class. This small group class is interactive and individualized using games, slides, videos, and discussion in each session.
Learning Goals
Money ManagementEntrepreneurship
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
What is an entrepreneur?
Define entrepreneurship. Review famous entrepreneurs and kid inventors. We'll also discuss their favorite products and retailers as we start to get a sense of what it takes to be an entrepreneur. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Big Ideas and Plans
Students map out problems in the consumer world and products that address those problems. This is how most businesses are born! Then we shift to ideas for their own businesses and begin creating business plans. Students will research raw materials and capital needs for homework. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Presenting and Improving Ideas
Student presents their business plans to each other, including products, costs, advisors, marketing plans, and capital needs. Students will give each other feedback similar to a test or focus group. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Banking Game
Each student is assigned a role in a variety of banking scenarios. This teaches students to open a bank account, apply for a business loan, and pay bills and taxes. 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2025
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Strayer
I have 7 years of experience teaching all grade levels from elementary through collegiate. I'm an entrepreneur running a successful business for 16 years. I also have an extensive corporate background which enriches the depth and breadth of knowledge I share with students.Reviews
Live Group Course
$11
weekly1x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-8 learners per class
