Entrepreneurship: Starting Your Own Business Developing a Plan of Action
A 12-week class where teens create a complete business plan and gain skills to launch their entrepreneurial dreams!
Amy Maruska, M.Ed
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(232)
What's included
12 live meetings
6 in-class hoursProjects
1-2 hours per week. Students will work on their business idea each week, with weekly activities to build their launch plan.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
Start Your Dream Business: A Fun, Hands-On Entrepreneur Class! Are you ready to turn your big ideas into reality? Join us for a 12-week online class where YOU take the lead in creating your own business! This isn’t just another boring class—it’s an exciting, interactive journey into the world of entrepreneurship. From brainstorming your business idea to designing your logo, pricing your products, and launching your dream, you’ll gain all the skills you need to succeed. With fun activities, real-world tips, and the chance to present your business plan to a supportive group, you’ll walk away with a complete plan and the confidence to make it happen. Whether you want to sell something cool, offer a service, or build the next big brand, this class will help you get there. Ready to start your journey? Let’s make your entrepreneurial dreams come true! 🚀
Learning Goals
Students will develop a complete and actionable business plan, including a unique business idea, branding, financial strategy, marketing plan, and launch timeline, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to start their own business.
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Objective: Understand the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, traits of successful entrepreneurs, and the benefits and challenges of running a business. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Identifying Business Opportunities
Objective: Learn how to identify gaps in the market, align business ideas with personal passions, and evaluate customer needs. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Understanding Your Target Market
Objective: Define target market demographics and psychographics, and learn how to conduct basic market research. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Building a Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
Objective: Develop a clear and compelling USP that communicates the unique value of the business. 30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Notebook to write ideas and pen/pencil.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
4.9
232reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Minnesota Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Concordia University
I have 19 years of classroom teaching as a licensed teacher. I have a Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, and Elementary Education. I also have a Graduate Certification in Online Teaching and Learning with several courses in Information and Communication Technology. I run a brick and mortar business in my community.Reviews
Live Group Course
$220
for 12 classes1x per week, 12 weeks
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-12 learners per class
