The Entrepreneurial Skills Passport (ESP) Program offers students and professionals the opportunity to develop their entrepreneurial skills and knowledge through non-credited experiential learning. Participants who successfully complete any of the program modules receive a micro-credit and digital LinkedIn badge.
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For Aspiring and Current Student-Entrepreneurs
The ESP Program for students is a unique bilingual opportunity for students of all programs to acquire various entrepreneurial and transferable skills as well as knowledge in entrepreneurship and innovation in both English and French. By combining in-person workshops, online training modules, and continuous coaching sessions, students are able to gain and expand their entrepreneurial knowledge and experience through hands-on activities including registering, launching and operating a business.
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For Existing Business Owners & Aspiring Entrepreneurs
The ESP Program for Professionals is intended for entrepreneurs who started their business 2 years ago or less and for aspiring-entrepreneurs looking to start a business. The ESP is comprised of 15 training modules that cover the most important focus areas for start-ups and founders. The training modules can be completed individually for specific needs or as a program to earn a certificate.
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