• 1.1: The History of Small Business and Entrepreneurship

    • What is Entrepreneurship? Page

      This chapter explains the concept of entrepreneurship and the evolution of its meaning.

    • The Definition of Entrepreneurship Page

      In this video, Kavita Ramdas, President and CEO of the Global Village for Women, defines entrepreneurship by looking to the word's roots in the French language.

    • Entrepreneur Assessment Survey Page

      Complete this survey for a personal assessment of your preparedness for becoming an entrepreneur. The key for interpreting your results can be found at the bottom of the assessment.

    • 1.1.1: Small Business Development in America

      • Small Business in US History Page

        In this article, a former editor for The Wall Street Journal explains how small businesses have built the economy and bolstered democracy throughout history.

    • 1.1.2 Microeconomics and Entrepreneurship

    • 1.1.3: Economists

      • Introduction to Entrepreneurship Page

        The scholarly understanding of entrepreneurship is partially due to the work of economist Joseph Schumpeter. He defined an entrepreneur as a person with the ability to convert an idea into a successful innovation or business venture. Additionally, he coined the term creative destruction and credited entrepreneurs for the dynamism of the industries' long-term economic growth.

    • 1.1.4: Types of Entrepreneurs

      • Entrepreneurship Is... Page

        This article outlines the function of entrepreneurs and describes the different kinds of entrepreneurs.

      • 1.1.4.1: Entrepreneurs vs. Intrapreneurs

      • 1.1.4.2: Small Business vs. High-Growth Enterprises

        • Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Seminar Page
          This video is part of a series that brings innovation leaders from business, finance, technology, education, and philanthropy together to share their insights with aspiring entrepreneurs all over the world. Many business subjects are covered, including intrapreneurship, entrepreneurship, and high-growth business.