Global Entrepreneurship & Innovation Certificate Program
Now accepting applications for May 2024 Cohort
In collaboration with
DURATION
6 Weeks
6-8 hr/week
FORMAT
Hybrid/
Virtual Only
Elevate your career with a globally acclaimed certificate program
Connect interdisciplinary research to practice to inspire changes
You'll learn to analyze global innovation trends and apply entrepreneurial leadership framework in the real world. This interdisciplinary program, which blends entrepreneurship and innovation theories from education, business, and science perspectives, with real-world cases.
Real-time learning from top faculty and industry experts
You'll interact, in real-time, with faculty from the Wharton School, Penn Graduate School of Education, Penn Engineering, Penn School of Design, seasoned entrepreneurs, and inspirational educators from the world's leading institutions and organizations.
Gain a globally recognized certificate
At the conclusion of the 6-week program, participants receive an official certificate from the University of Pennsylvania, unlock a lifelong network of global talents, and access to unparalleled professional resources.
Who Applies to the Program?
The PennGSE | Crimson Collaborative Certificate Program is designed for leaders, working professionals and aspiring change makers their early to mid career seeking to understand and harness the power of entrepreneurial thinking and innovation.
Leaders
Leaders and executives who lead and strategize organizational operations and goals.
Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs who are currently or will innovate, build ventures, and lead market trends to drive changes.
Innovators
Innovators who are keen to drive novel solutions, advance industries with breakthrough ideas, and manage innovative products and programs.
Managers
Managers from different functions who oversee teams, coordinate tasks, and execute organizational plans.
Educators
Educators from all sectors of education who inspire current and future generations and shape societal directions.
Consultants
Consultants who advise businesses, guiding them through the complexities of starting, growing, and innovating in their ventures.
Attend a program
information session
Next Session: February 24, 2024
Program Highlights
The PennGSE | Crimson Education Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate Program is an immersive learning experience that offers interactive sessions, global connections, and market-ready skills with real-world exercises, industry case studies and live faculty support.
Flexible Schedule
The immersive curriculum is designed specifically for working professionals with a busy schedule.
Premium Facilities and Resources at UPenn
Experience Penn’s exclusive learning
resources and premium facilities.
Live Faculty Sessions
Our faculty members value an interactive teaching and learning experience. The instructional is here to answer your questions.
Faculty and Expert Office Hours
In addition to weekly live sessions, you interact with the instructional team in office hours.
Global Connections
Our program's flexible structure leads us to a global audience. In the program, you will meet like-minded talents from around the world.
Globally Recognized Program Certficate
Gain a graduate certificate from a world-renowned university to elevate your ventures.
Program Curriculum
The Program brings critical cross-sector tools for developing innovative strategies and scaling entrepreneurial practice in a global context. These customized synchronous virtual sessions, paired with interactive online modules, bring together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and practitioners, to design and test leading-edge solutions.
MODULE 1
Mapping the Global Innovation Landscape and Defining Innovation
In this module, participants delve into global education innovation data using a cutting-edge intelligence platform.
MODULE 2
Creating a Culture of Innovation and Leveraging Artificial Intelligence
This module explores the fundamentals of innovation and how to embed it within an organization's culture. Participants will learn to define innovation beyond basic improvements, focusing on fostering a creative, problem-solving environment.
MODULE 3
Activating Entrepreneurial Leadership and Mindset and Introducing the Science of Behavioral Design
This modules focuses on cultivating a mindset geared towards innovation and proactive problem-solving.
MODULE 4
Creating and Managing Innovative Products, Programs and Organizational Initiatives
This modules equips participants with the skills In artificial intelligence, design thinking, and learning sciences to develop cutting-edge products and programs. It also provides practical knowledge on leveraging AI for creating impactful, market-ready solutions.
MODULE 5
Unleashing the Power of Journey Story
This module explores the art of storytelling in a business context. Participants learn to craft compelling narratives that resonate with audiences, enhancing their brand and leadership presence. It also delves into the techniques for creating engaging stories, focusing on authenticity and emotional connection.
Faculty & Team
Networking Events & Program Benefits
Successfully completing the Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate Program unlocks
access to exclusive events including networking events, workshops with the world's brightest innovators
and entrepreneurs, and inclusion in the PennGSE Alumni Member Database.
Peer-to-Peer Networking
Participants access a large and highly engaged global network of peers who are committed to give as much as they get and to support one another. Program Alumni reinforce and strengthen connections built throughout the program via in person and virtual meetups, discussion groups and networking events.
Invitation-Only PennGSE|Crimson Education Group on LinkedIn, WeChat & WhatsApp
Upon completion of the program, Alumni receive an invitation to join the PennGSE|Crimson Alumni Group on LinkedIn and WeChat. Through this group, Alumni can connect with a global network of forward-thinking working professionals across industries, seek professional advice and access alumni only resources.
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For Organizations: Level up your
teams' professional development
Business Organizations
Empower your talents
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Empower leaders and managers to inspire changes within the organization
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Sponsor team members with agency and tools to create and manage innovative programs and products
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Develop new hires and strengthen your internal talent pipeline
Educational Institutions
Leverage innovation to inspire future generations
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The education industry is where innovation flourishes. Empower educators to pioneer innovative practices to shape future societal directions