Entrepreneurship Development Program
Entrepreneurship Development Program
| Course Dates | Format | Location | Duration | Time Commitment | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 18-23, 2026 | In Person | Cambridge, MA | 6 days | 6-12 hours/day | $12,900 |
Tracks
Management and Leadership
Certificate Credits
5.0 EEUs
Topics
- Entrepreneurship
- Financial Management
- Strategy & Innovation
Course Highlights
- Network with innovators, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs from around the world on the MIT campus surrounding Kendall Square—known globally as the most innovative mile on the planet
- Receive feedback from coaches, pitch to a panel of judges, and engage with the MIT ecosystem
- Learn the 24-step Disciplined Entrepreneurship process created by Bill Aulet, Faculty Director of the program
- Access to the MIT Entrepreneurship JetPack, a generative AI tool that accelerates the entrepreneurial process
- Earn a certificate of course completion from the MIT Sloan School of Management
Course Snapshot
Why attend the Entrepreneurship Development Program (EDP)?
Drawing from the vast culture of innovation and entrepreneurship at MIT, this unique entrepreneurship development course introduces participants to MIT’s entrepreneurial education programs, technology transfer system, and global entrepreneurial network. It covers the entire venture creation process, from generating ideas to building viable global businesses, with a special emphasis on the nurturing roles of corporations, universities, governments, and foundations.
This program leverages MIT's culture of high-tech entrepreneurship to help entrepreneurs, corporate venturing executives, startup companies, and others involved in entrepreneurial environments learn what they need to develop ideas into successful businesses, and how to increase entrepreneurial opportunities in their corporations, institutions, and regions.
Course Experience
Through lectures by senior MIT faculty, visits to local startup companies, and live case studies with successful entrepreneurs, participants will be exposed to the content, context, and contacts that enable entrepreneurs to design and launch successful new ventures based on innovative technologies. Specially designed team projects give participants hands-on training and practical experience developing a business plan, while networking events bring participants together with members of MIT’s entrepreneurial community. During the program, you will use a custom-developed generative AI tool that leverages the 24-step Disciplined Entrepreneurship framework to create a robust and refined business plan at record speed.
Learn more about the in-person course experience.
Applying to the Course
We accept enrollments until the offering reaches capacity, at which point we will maintain a waitlist. Many of the courses fill up several weeks in advance, so we advise that you enroll as early as possible to secure your seat.
You can begin the application process by using the red 'Enroll Now' bar at the bottom of the screen.
Have Questions?
Watch this recently recorded information session about the program and our related course, Disciplined Entrepreneurship.
Contact us if you would like to speak with a program director or visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for answers to common questions about our courses.
Health and Safety
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Upon successful completion of your course, you will earn a certificate of completion from the MIT Sloan School of Management. This course may also count toward MIT Sloan Executive Certificate requirements.
You'll leave this course able to:
- Create, identify, and evaluate new venture opportunities
- Interpret customer needs and quantify the value proposition
- Start and build a successful technology-based company
- Understand how the process of starting new ventures may vary geographically and culturally
- Develop winning business plans
- Scale startups to be globally successful
- Navigate the venture capital investment process
- Obtain feedback on personal entrepreneurship skills
- Enhance and expand your network
Read more about William Sunito's experience.
Sample Schedule—Subject to Change
Should you attend the Entrepreneurship Development Program?
This program is designed for:
- Aspiring entrepreneurs
- Corporate venture officers
- Startups
- Those who would like to develop or strengthen a climate of entrepreneurship in their corporations, universities, and regions
- Teams of entrepreneurs or intrapreneurs are encouraged to attend the program together with university staff and/or development professionals from their region
Titles of past participants have included:
- CEO
- Managing Director
- Vice President
- Chief Technology Officer
- Director of Knowledge and Technology
- R&D Manager
- Business Development Manager
- Investment Manager
- Venture Manager
- Development Officer
- Head of Innovations and Enterprise
- Professor
Regional economic development agencies
Scotland
MIT has a long history of working with countries around the world to educate organizations—as well as their workforce—to inspire them to think about business in a uniquely different way. For more than a decade, two Scottish economic development agencies - Highlands and Islands Enterprise and Scottish Enterprise - have partnered to support the success of a variety of entrepreneurial ventures within the country through participation in the MIT Sloan Entrepreneurship Development Program (EDP). Read their success story.
I could go on but if you're a new or experienced entrepreneur who feels they need a reset or a framework to start or scale a business, this is the course for you. The added bonus is the brilliant group of people you get to spend the week with, both the MIT staff and your cohort.
We're already speaking the DE language day to day, and are certain it's going to better our business.
The course materials are of the highest quality—well-structured, continuously updated, and immediately applicable to real-world challenges. The lecturing was brilliant, with Professors Paul Cheek and Bill Aulet bringing an unmatched depth of knowledge, energy, and passion to every session. Their ability to distill complex concepts into actionable strategies is remarkable.
Beyond the content, the cohort of participants was simply outstanding—a diverse, experienced, and collaborative group that made discussions engaging, enriching, and inspiring. The shared experiences and peer learning were as valuable as the formal instruction, creating an environment of mutual growth and innovation.
#MITEDP is a must for anyone looking to master the principles of disciplined entrepreneurship. I can’t recommend it enough!
| Course Dates | Format | Location | Duration | Time Commitment | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 18-23, 2026 | In Person | Cambridge, MA | 6 days | 6-12 hours/day | $12,900 |
Tracks
Management and Leadership
Certificate Credits
5.0 EEUs
Topics
- Entrepreneurship
- Financial Management
- Strategy & Innovation