Launching a New Venture in a World of Change: Why I made a (Complete!) Modern Entrepreneurship Course Bundle
- Today To Tomorrow
- Sep 13
- 4 min read
The world of business is more dynamic than ever before. From global supply chain volatility caused by evolving trade policies to the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, aspiring entrepreneurs face a landscape defined by constant change. When I created my entrepreneurship course materials in summer 2025, I was tired of using outdated resources that didn't address the real-world challenges my students were seeing every day. That's why I designed a full course resource set for today's world.
Navigating an Unpredictable Market
Today’s headlines are filled with news of shifting global trade dynamics. For example, recent U.S. tariffs have created a ripple effect, causing uncertainty and making shipping costs more chaotic for many businesses. Entrepreneurs can no longer assume a stable, predictable global market. They need to be adaptable and strategic.
My course, BDI3C: Entrepreneurship - The Venture, is structured to give students a clear, step-by-step process for turning a business idea into a professional venture plan. It’s designed to prepare students for these challenges by helping them:
Generate and validate ideas that address real-world "pain points".
Visualize a business using a flexible tool like the Business Model Canvas.
Adapt their plans to changing circumstances, a key activity in Unit 3.
Analyze and identify risks and external factors using a SWOT analysis, a core lesson in Unit 4.
The AI Advantage
While tariffs and trade wars create challenges, AI offers incredible opportunities. Artificial intelligence is no longer just for large corporations; it's a powerful tool that is democratizing entrepreneurship. It can help with everything from automating mundane tasks and analyzing data to creating marketing content and even serving as a "co-founder".
This is why my course curriculum is built to be a living document, supported by presentations and companion guides that can be updated to reflect the latest tools and trends. The lessons and activities are designed to teach timeless principles of entrepreneurship, like market research and financial planning, while allowing room for students to apply modern tools and technology to their projects. For example, the course guides students through a comprehensive Venture Plan Report as a final culminating project, where they can integrate their research and financial forecasts using the latest available resources.
By focusing on a strong, fundamental process, this course empowers students to not only understand the current business climate but to thrive within it. They will learn to move their ideas from an abstract concept to a well-structured venture plan, preparing them for a future where a growth mindset, grit, and adaptability are more important than ever. As a resource, I will continue to update it to reflect the modern world.
BDI3C Complete Course Overview
Below you will find an overview of my BDI3C complete course:
Unit 1: Enterprising People
Unit Focus: Introduces the core mindset of an entrepreneur. Students define key terms, differentiate between entrepreneurs and small business owners, and reflect on their personal traits and skills.
Key Lessons:
Lesson 1: What Is an Entrepreneur? (Defining the role and core characteristics) .
Lesson 2: The Entrepreneur's Journey (From ideas to business models).
Lesson 3: You as an Entrepreneur (Exploring a growth mindset, grit, and ethical practices).
Key Activities:
Entrepreneurial Mindset Self-Assessment (Formative)
Mini-Case Study Presentation (Formative)
Final Assessment: Unit 1 Test (Summative)
Unit 2: Ideas and Opportunities for New Ventures
Unit Focus: Students learn how to generate, research, and validate business ideas and are introduced to the Business Model Canvas.
Key Lessons:
Lesson 1: The Art of Ideation and Market Research (Finding "pain points" and gathering data).
Lesson 2: The Case Study: From Pain Point to Pitch (Finding a problem and generating a hypothetical solution).
Lesson 3: The Art of Asking: Effective Survey Design (The principles of creating effective survey questions).
Lesson 4: The Business Model Canvas and Business Structure (Visualizing a business and choosing a legal form).
Lesson 5: Validating Your Venture (Using a decision-making model to select the best idea).
Key Activities:
Pain Point Scavenger Hunt (Activity to begin ideation).
The Art of the Survey Question (Partner practice sheet and answer key).
Practice Populating a Business Model Canvas (Hands-on worksheet).
Market Research Report & Business Pitch (Summative Project).
Final Assessment: Unit 2 Test (Summative).
Unit 3: The Venture Plan as a Roadmap
Unit Focus: This unit focuses on formally structuring a plan and tailoring a pitch for different audiences.
Key Lessons:
Lesson 1: The Venture Plan: Your Roadmap to Success (Defining the purpose and benefits of a plan).
Lesson 2: The Structure of the Venture Plan (Breaking down the 7 core sections).
Key Activities:
In-Class Pitch Activity (Practicing pitching to a specific audience, such as a banker or investor).
The Venture Plan: Adapting to Change (A group activity to practice pivoting a business plan).
Final Assessment: Unit 3 Test (Summative).
Unit 4: Creating Your Venture Plan
Unit Focus: This unit provides building blocks for the final culminating assignment. The companion guides are essential as the in-class work directly compiles and refines sections of the final report.
Key Lessons:
Lesson 1: Resource Analysis (Identifying all necessary resources).
Lesson 2: The Production Plan (Mapping out production and inventory).
Lesson 3: The Marketing Plan (Creating a strategy for distribution, pricing, and promotion).
Lesson 4: The Financial Plan (Forecasting costs and securing funding).
Lesson 5: Strategic Plans and Timetables (Setting objectives and an exit strategy).
Lesson 6: Risks and SWOT Analysis (Identifying threats and assessing internal/external factors).
Key Activities:
Pop-Up Bakery Financial Plan (Formative worksheet).
SWOT Analysis Activity (Applying the framework to a hypothetical).
Final Assessment: Unit 4 Test (Summative).
Culminating Assignment: The Venture Plan Portfolio
Assignment Focus: This is a capstone, multi-stage project where students compile, refine, and present their work from all four units in a professional portfolio.
Key Deliverables:
A comprehensive Venture Plan Report with seven core sections.
A formal Presentation to "potential investors".
You can view the bundle here: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/BDI3C-Entrepreneurship-Full-Course-Bundle-Ready-to-go-Curriculum-Projects-14339775
I also have unit-by-unit offerings for people who would like to check it out on a smaller scale.
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