GEIE222 Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship 2026 - UAEU

GEIE222 Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is a Stanford-informed approach to learning innovation and entrepreneurship that can be applied to any high-growth enterprise or other organization in the UAE.

The class is composed of three modules: 

Module 1: Design Thinking; 
Module 2: Entrepreneurship and 
Module 3: Growth and Leadership.

Throughout the course, students will develop creativity and entrepreneurship mindsets, teamwork, taking responsibility, ethical decision-making, and critical thinking skills.

COURSE BENEFITS

This course is a combination of Innovation and Entrepreneurship skills. The course culminates in a holistic learning experience where students, at an early stage, will acquire innovative and entrepreneurship mindsets and skills and apply them in their academic and professional life. In addition, the course provides opportunities for a diverse learning environment with students from multiple disciplines.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

After the completion of the course, students will:

1) Articulate the difference between design thinking, innovation, and entrepreneurship, and possess a shared vocabulary for the process elements of each
2) Differentiate between an idea and a viable opportunity
3) Connect design thinking, innovation, and entrepreneurship to their own career development and paths
4) Recognize the importance of the ethical level of entrepreneurs and product innovation on the individual and society.

COURSE PREREQUISITES: GEIE222 has no prerequisites

COURSE OUTLINE