MBAexpress: Essence of Entrepreneurship – V 2.0
MBAExpress: Essence of Entrepreneurship explores practical strategies for launching and growing a business beyond traditional number-focused business planning. This course examines the core components of entrepreneurship, including opportunity evaluation, lead-generation strategies, and the personal realities entrepreneurs face when building a business.
CPE Credit
1.0 Hours
DELIVERY METHOD
Self-Study (On Demand)
LEVEL
Intermediate
PREREQUISITES
None
PRICING
$119.50 per year
Course Description
MBAExpress: Essence of Entrepreneurship provides an alternative perspective on building a successful business by focusing on people, opportunity, context, risk, and reward rather than relying solely on financial projections. This course introduces a non-traditional business planning approach designed to help professionals better understand the strategic and operational aspects of entrepreneurship.
Participants will examine key areas to consider when starting a business, including the importance of team experience, lead-generation strategies, and the challenges entrepreneurs commonly encounter. The course also discusses the “dark side” of entrepreneurship and the personal demands associated with launching and managing a business venture.
Designed as a foundational-level program, this course helps accounting and finance professionals recognize practical entrepreneurial concepts that can support business growth, innovation, and leadership development.
Prerequisites: This course does not have any formal prerequisites.
What You’ll Learn
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Identify key areas to focus on when starting a business
- Identify the four components of a non-traditional business plan
- Recognize the importance of a team’s experience and background
- Recognize the personal challenges associated with entrepreneurship
- Understand why business plans focused primarily on numbers may be ineffective
- Recognize lead-generation strategies that support business development
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for:
- CPAs and accounting professionals
- Corporate finance teams
- Business leaders and managers
- Financial professionals interested in entrepreneurship
- Professionals evaluating new business opportunities
- Individuals seeking foundational knowledge of entrepreneurial strategy
Key Topics Covered
- Non-traditional approaches to business planning
- Why number-focused business plans may fail
- People, opportunity, context, risk, and reward
- The four components of a non-traditional business plan
- Lead-generation strategies for entrepreneurs
- Entrepreneurial risk and reward considerations
- Team experience and organizational leadership
- Personal challenges entrepreneurs commonly face
- Strategic thinking for business startups and growth
Why This Course Matters
Entrepreneurship requires more than strong financial projections. Professionals involved in launching or advising businesses must understand how leadership, opportunity evaluation, team dynamics, and strategic planning influence long-term success.
This course provides foundational insight into entrepreneurial strategy while helping accounting and finance professionals recognize practical business risks and opportunities. Understanding these concepts can improve decision-making, business development, and leadership effectiveness across a wide range of industries.
For additional guidance on entrepreneurship and business leadership, visit the AICPA Practice Management Resources.
You may also be interested in: Management Services CPE Courses, Business Management & Organization CPE Courses
Pricing & Access
$119.50 per year — Unlimited CPE Access
When you enroll, you receive full access to all courses in our catalog for one full year, including this course and every other available offering.
Unlike many CPE providers, we do not charge by the credit hour and we do not impose course expiration dates. Once you’re enrolled:
- All courses are included — no per-course or per-credit fees
- Your access lasts for a full year from your enrollment date
- Your completed course certificates remain available in your portal
- You can complete courses at your own pace, on your own schedule
This single annual enrollment gives you the flexibility to earn CPE hours when you need them — without worrying about expiring credits or additional costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course NASBA-compliant?
Yes. This course meets NASBA CPE requirements.
How is the course delivered?
On-demand, self-study format with quizzes for knowledge checks.
Can I complete this course at my own pace?
Yes. You may start, stop, and resume the course as needed.
