Learn how to think like an entrepreneur
Subscribe, Innovate, Disrupt: An Insider’s Guide to Business
How do you develop entrepreneurial thinking? You learn from the best. This online course focuses on wildly successful companies such as Netflix and Apple to understand how they work. High school students learn the tools of innovation, how businesses create products, and how they compete. If technology, marketing or start-ups are your passion, this course is for you. You will hear from Dr. Dan Fogel, an award-winning Wake Forest professor, through video lectures and complete interactive projects.
Program Dates
Multiple 2- and 4-week sessions.
Eligibility
For students completing grades 9-12, ages 13+.
Fees
$1195
Find Out How Today’s Hottest Companies Operate:
How You Will Benefit:
- Understand what makes cutting-edge companies tick and how to adopt their creative thinking.
- Develop a strategic mindset — apply it within your daily life.
- Develop your presentation skills and demonstrate what you’ve learned in a final Capstone project.
- Earn a Certificate of Completion from Wake Forest University.
Apply Now for the Next Available Course
Subscribe, Innovate, Disrupt: An Insider's Guide to Business
April 4 - May 2
Length: 4 weeks
Cost: $1195
Application Deadline: Sunday, March 28, 2021
Subscribe, Innovate, Disrupt: An Insider's Guide to Business
May 2 - May 30
Length: 4 weeks
Cost: $1195
Application Deadline: Sunday, April 25, 2021
Subscribe, Innovate, Disrupt: An Insider's Guide to Business
June 13 - June 27
Length: 2 weeks
Cost: $1195
Application Deadline: Sunday, June 6, 2021
3 Learning Advantages Designed for You
Final Capstone Project
The course culminates in a special Capstone project that allows you to:
- Demonstrate what you've learned in this course
- Get feedback from your mentors on on your work
- Analyze and find ways to innovate and disrupt
- Use any media you prefer: text, video, photography, PowerPoint
Mentoring
You’ll receive guidance from a Wake Forest mentor through online group sessions. Mentors provide support and answer questions to deepen your learning experience. You can expect:
- Encouragement and direction on all assignments
- Inspiration, motivation and confidence to help you succeed
- Brainstorming and ideation help as you prepare for your final Capstone project
Flexible Learning
- 100% online, works with your schedule
- 30 hours of total asynchronous instruction and course work, including engaging multimedia, simulations, and curated assignments for which you will receive guidance and support
- Online sessions with your Wake Forest Course Mentors
- Meet fellow students from around the world
Meet Your Online Immersion Faculty Member
Dr. Dan Fogel, CEO, Founder SP3, Founder and Former Director: Graduate Programs in Sustainability, Wake Forest College
Dr. Fogel specializes in strategic management, especially innovation processes in firms, including those located in emerging and transition industries. His publications include six books and several research articles on organizational topics. He has worked as a consultant with such organizations as General Electric, Motorola (Brazil), Lockheed Martin, Lucent (Brazil), TESS (Brazil), AT&T and Bank of America. His awards include research grants and several Teacher of the Year awards, a Fulbright Scholarship to Brazil, the 1988 Yoder-Heneman Award, and several times the Distinguished Professor Award.
Meet the Mentors
Michela
I am a senior studying business at Wake Forest University with a focus on the global nature of business. I am from Boston originally, but will be soon moving to San Francisco to begin a career in Technology. I love learning about companies and understanding how they keep a competitive edge. I can't wait to meet you and learn what you are interested in!
Jack
I am a senior at Wake Forest University majoring in Business & Enterprise Management with a minor in Politics & International Affairs. On campus, I am involved with the School of Business, serve as the treasurer for my fraternity, and write for the student newspaper. I enjoy working with others, and am excited to teach students the foundational skills that will help them to understand the complex and interesting world of business.
Olivia
I graduated Wake Forest University with a major in Business and Enterprise Management, as well as minors in Psychology and Environmental Studies. I am energized by challenges and enjoy using creative ways to solve problems. I currently work at EY in the Financial Services Business Consulting service line.
Nicole
I recently graduated from Wake Forest University with a B.S. in Business and Enterprise Management and minor in Journalism. At Wake Forest I was involved with the student newspaper, the Old Gold and Black, Project Pumpkin, and Greek life. I am currently living in New York City and working at FTI Consulting in their Corporate Finance practice as a Corporate Finance - Restructuring Consultant. In my free time I like to travel, cook and workout.
How to Apply:
It’s easy. No transcripts or letters of recommendation are required. Our application will ask you to provide the following:
- Basic contact information for you and your parent or guardian.
- Why you wish to take this course.
- You can tell your story through writing, video, photos — any media you prefer.
Begin the guided process. It should take only a few minutes of your time to answer the questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How will you be graded? What are assignments like? How much time do you get to turn around a project? When do you find out if you’re accepted?
Answers to your questions hereScholarships
We offer need-based scholarships in each cohort to students exhibiting high potential and an inability to pay full tuition. To be considered, first apply to the program of your choice (no cost to apply). Once accepted, please email us to inquire about the scholarship process at: support@onlineimmersion.wfu.edu.