Announcing the Global Certificate in Entrepreneurship by
Dr. Shahid Qureshi School of Entrepreneurship
The first Global Certificate in Entrepreneurship was launched during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021, inspired by Babson College, and initiated at IBA Karachi. This online course attracted participants from around the globe, empowering hundreds to start new ventures, expand existing businesses, engage in social entrepreneurship, and learn to teach entrepreneurship. Due to popular demand, we are thrilled to announce the third batch of the Global Certificate in Entrepreneurship, now offered through the Dr. Shahid Qureshi School of Entrepreneurship. This six-week course will be held on Saturdays.
Discover Your Unique Potential with Our Global Certificate Program
Every human being is unique and filled with untapped potential. This global certificate program is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs worldwide, aiming to help young men and women discover their uniqueness and harness it to create a meaningful impact in their personal lives, families, careers, and businesses.
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Program Highlights
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Who should attend
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Key Features
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Course Content
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What You Will Learn
Program Highlights:
- Uncover Your Uniqueness:
Focuses on self-discovery and understanding how your distinctive qualities can be leveraged to pursue entrepreneurship that transcends profit. - Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurship:
Learn how to create ventures that align with Purpose, People, and Planet, leading to a more fulfilling and impactful entrepreneurial journey. - Spiritual Growth:
Explore how the journey of entrepreneurship can draw you closer to Allah (SWT) / God and allow you to glorify Allah (SWT) through your actions and contributions. - Expert Mentorship:
Gain insights and guidance from seasoned entrepreneurs and global industry experts dedicated to fostering a new generation of change-makers. - Global Reach:
Open to participants from every corner of the globe, fostering a diverse and inclusive community of learners.
If you’re ready to embark on this transformative journey and make a real difference in the world, this program is designed for you.
Join us to cultivate an innovative, purpose-driven entrepreneurial mindset and unlock your potential to impact the world meaningfully.
This Course is Perfect For Those Who Are:
- Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Looking to launch new ventures and turn ideas into impactful businesses.
- Family Business Innovators: Interested in introducing innovation and entrepreneurial thinking into their family businesses.
- Corporate Professionals: Aiming to foster innovation and entrepreneurship within their corporate roles.
- Social Impact Enthusiasts: Committed to making a meaningful social contribution and giving back to their communities.
- Educators: Focused on teaching and promoting entrepreneurship in educational settings.
- Mindset Practitioners: Seeking to cultivate and practice an entrepreneurial mindset in their daily lives.
- Spiritual Seekers: Those who wish to get closer to the Creator, nurture humility and gratitude, and find peace and contentment in their lives.
Key Features of the Program
- Flexible Learning Format: The program includes both face-to-face online sessions and pre-recorded content, offering a balanced mix of live and asynchronous learning.
- Comprehensive Course Structure: 12 hours of live online sessions combined with 20-30 hours of asynchronous learning, spread over 1.5 to 2 months for a thorough understanding of entrepreneurship.
- Unique and Relevant Content: The course offers a distinctive blend of practical insights, spiritual growth, and entrepreneurial strategies tailored to various contexts, including startups, family businesses, corporate environments, and social enterprises.
- Award-Winning Methodology: Learn through an internationally recognized and award-winning teaching approach, designed to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset.
- Accessible Course Material: Participants will receive electronic versions of all course materials for easy access and ongoing reference.
- Global Faculty Interaction: Engage with international faculty members from various countries, bringing diverse perspectives and insights into the entrepreneurial journey.
- Global Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse community of participants from around the world, fostering meaningful relationships and collaborations that extend beyond the course.
- Certification of Completion: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate, recognizing their achievement and learning.
Course Contents
This comprehensive program is structured into six modules, each consisting of various lectures, assignments, and exercises designed to build a strong foundation in entrepreneurship:
- Module 1: Entrepreneurship and the Entrepreneurial Mindset
Explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset that drives innovation, resilience, and opportunity recognition. - Module 2: Effectuation Theory and the Entrepreneurship Plus Model
Learn the principles of Effectuation Theory and the unique Entrepreneurship Plus Model, emphasizing purpose-driven and sustainable business creation. - Module 3: Entrepreneurial Marketing
Discover strategies for effectively marketing your venture, understanding customer needs, and building a strong brand presence. - Module 4: Engaging People and Managing Money: Lessons from Entrepreneurial Failures
Gain insights into managing teams, resources, and finances while learning from common entrepreneurial failures to build stronger foundations. - Module 5: Scaling Up and Strategy
Develop strategies for scaling up your venture, ensuring sustainable growth, and navigating the complexities of expanding a business. - Module 6: Values and Meaning in Life
Reflect on the role of values, purpose, and meaning in your entrepreneurial journey, and learn how to align your venture with deeper life goals.
What You Will Learn in This Program
- Master the Entrepreneurship Plus Model and Effectuation Theory: Gain an in-depth understanding of these powerful frameworks to guide your entrepreneurial journey.
- Apply the Business Startup Model: Learn how to effectively start a new business or introduce innovative practices within an existing business.
- Reach Your Customers Creatively: Discover creative strategies for engaging and expanding your customer base.
- Foster Environmental, Social, and Ethical Responsibility: Understand how to build businesses that are sensitive to environmental, social, and ethical considerations.
- Grow and Scale Your Business: Develop the skills needed to scale your business sustainably and strategically.
- Apply the E Plus Model to Personal and Family Life: Learn how to use entrepreneurial principles to enhance personal growth and strengthen family dynamics.
Award Wining Entrepreneurship Program from USASBE
USASBE (United States Association for Small Business & Entrepreneurship) awarded the Outstanding Entrepreneurship Program Awards in 2017 and 2021 to the entrepreneurship programs designed and executed by Dr. Shahid Qureshi. These awards recognize the exceptional impact and innovation of his programs in the field of entrepreneurship education.
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Admission Criteria
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Information
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Course Investment
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Advisory Members
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Refund Policy
Admission criteria
- Minimum Qualification: Open to anyone with a strong desire to change and transform themselves and their surroundings.
- Passion for Learning: Must be enthusiastic about becoming a lifelong learner.
- Personal Motivation: Applicants are required to submit a one-page “Why” statement explaining their motivation for joining the program.
- Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English is necessary.
- Interview Process: Online interviews will be conducted as part of the selection process.
- Course Start Date: The program begins in November.
Other Information
- Class Schedule: Classes will be held every Saturday over a period of 1.5 months.
- Total Learning Time: Approximately 60-70 hours of comprehensive learning.
- Flexible Learning Options: Some classes may be conducted in a hybrid format, including online face-to-face sessions and recorded content.
- Guest Speaker Sessions: Sessions with guest speakers will be organized, with prior announcements made to participants.
Course Investment
- Course Fee: 30,000 PKR, 500 MYR, 120 USD
- Early bird discount of 10% before the 10th of August
- Special discounts for participants from Africa are available through our representative.
- Need-based scholarships are also available for students.
Advisory Board Members from Across the Globe
- North America (USA and Canada):
Prof. Dr. Sarfraz Mian, Oswego, USA
Dr. Umair, University of Waterloo, Canada - South America:
Dr. Gonzalo Chilli - Europe:
Dr. Abid, Berlin, Germany - Central Asia:
Dr. Uldana, Kazakhstan
- Africa:
Abdus Salam, representing Somalia, Kenya, and Ethiopia - Middle East:
Usman Habib, Dubai - South Asia (India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka):
Sanya Ahmad - Southeast Asia:
Dr. Uli and Prof. Hans, Thailand Sohaib, Malaysia
Refund Policy:
A full refund is applicable before the start of the course. Due to transaction problems, refunding in foreign currency will not be possible. There are two options i.e. to get it back in PKR or nominate someone in the course in the next batch.
