Haas School of Business Summer Entrepreneurship Program

The **Haas School of Business Summer Entrepreneurship Program** at **UC Berkeley Haas** is a selective **business program** designed for motivated **high school** students interested in startups, **finance**, and **marketing**. Taught on the UC Berkeley campus by instructors connected to the Haas School of Business, this program introduces teens to real-world **entrepreneurship** using a Silicon Valley-style approach. Participants explore how founders identify problems, validate ideas, and pitch solutions—while experiencing the academic environment of a world-renowned business school. Students gain hands-on experience building a startup concept from the ground up. You’ll learn key **business** fundamentals such as market research, customer discovery, basic **finance** (like revenue models and budgeting), and **marketing** strategies for launching a new product or service. With guidance from experienced mentors, you’ll collaborate in teams, develop a business plan, and practice your **leadership** and communication skills. Networking opportunities with peers, alumni, and industry guests expose you to potential career paths in business, startups, and tech. **Key benefits for students (grades 9–12) include:** - Applied experience in **entrepreneurship**, including pitching to an audience - Strengthened skills in **leadership**, teamwork, and public speaking - Resume and college application material showcasing initiative and business interest Participation in this program can significantly enhance college applications by demonstrating intellectual curiosity, commitment to **business**, and readiness for rigorous coursework. Students leave with a clear understanding of how **finance**, **marketing**, and strategy work together in a real venture, along with a polished pitch deck or project they can reference in essays and interviews. The experience also supports personal growth—building confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills. This program is ideal for **high school** students (rising 9th–12th graders) who are curious about launching a startup, majoring in business, or exploring careers in **finance**, **marketing**, or management. Teens who enjoy innovative thinking, group projects, and real-world challenges will thrive. The Haas School of Business Summer Entrepreneurship Program stands out for its combination of UC Berkeley’s academic reputation, Silicon Valley-style **mentorship**, and practical, project-based learning that prepares students for future success.