This course is designed to provide a broad overview of the process of turning an idea into a successful enterprise. This course will be useful for anyone, whether or not they have had prior business or entrepreneurial experience. The course ex - plores the characteristics of the entrepreneurial mind and the environment in which these ventures succeed. The course pro- vide self-assessment of the skills and commitment necessary to successfully start and operate an entrepreneurial venture. College level reading, writing, and math skills are required.