Discover the fascinating world of Entrepreneurship and Innovation with our Diploma in partnership with Tel Aviv University & Lahav Center!
Latin America faces the challenge of enhancing its competitiveness and achieving sustainable growth. Entrepreneurship and innovation are fundamental drivers to boost productivity, offering society solutions to current issues and future challenges. Therefore, the inclusion of high-impact programs in human talent development is crucial to energize local innovation ecosystems and accelerate high-value projects.
Uncover the secrets of the vibrant Israeli innovation ecosystem and gain valuable insights applicable to our region with the Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from the Lahav Center for executive education at Tel Aviv University. The program provides cutting-edge knowledge and practical guidance for business development, led by experts with proven experience in creating and managing high-impact enterprises. We will address key aspects of the entrepreneurial mindset, drawing from the Israeli experience, renowned for its development based on the knowledge economy, with a focus on science and technology. This is reflected in the rapid emergence of Israeli tech companies with global impact.
The program offers a unique synthesis between cutting-edge academic studies and practical experiences with relevant industries. Here’s an overview of the contents covered in the diploma:
Session 1: The Israeli Innovation Ecosystem: Lessons for Latin America
Israel leads innovation and entrepreneurship rankings. We will explore key factors explaining this success, from investments in R&D to education and the per capita of founders of unicorn startups.
Session 2: The Entrepreneurial Process (Part I)
Dive into the complexity of entrepreneurship. We will analyze its personal significance and its crucial role in the macroeconomy. Dr. Harel will address steps to establish a new company, how to formulate creative ideas and a business model, and how to test an idea.
Session 3: Funding Your Own Start-up (Part II)
We will dig in to financing options for your startup and explore how investors evaluate new companies for investment.
Session 4: Building an Effective Team
Discover how to create a challenging work environment and achieve high results. We will explore motivations that drive employees to peak performance, practical tools for motivation, and factors that hinder or promote teamwork.
Session 5: The Venture Capital Industry
Immerse yourself in the world of venture capital, key players in financing new startups. You will understand the fundraising process from the perspective of venture capitalists and the relationship between investors and entrepreneurs.
Session 6: Networking and Pitching
Learn how social networks can be key to accessing new resources and opportunities. All you need is to connect with the right people. We will explore tools to enhance your social network and practice storytelling techniques for effective presentations to investors.
Session 7: Creative Thinking and Ideation
Participate in a dynamic workshop that breaks barriers of conventional thinking. Through powerful tools, we will foster creativity and collective brainstorming.
Join us on this exciting educational journey and become an Innovative Entrepreneur with Softpower Connections and Tel Aviv University. We look forward to having you!