Overview
Explore the critical role of entrepreneurship in driving global prosperity through this 47-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the challenges and opportunities for promoting entrepreneurship worldwide, examining case studies from Brazil and Afghanistan. Investigate key issues such as access to finance, creating an entrepreneurial culture, and supporting micro-entrepreneurs and women in business. Analyze the importance of role models, entrepreneurship education, and overcoming obstacles to entrepreneurial activity. Gain insights into strategies for leveraging entrepreneurship to address global challenges and achieve sustainable development goals. Engage with thought-provoking questions on how to better support and empower entrepreneurs in emerging markets for widespread economic growth and innovation.
Syllabus
Introduction
Entrepreneurship in Brazil
Entrepreneurship in Afghanistan
Access to finance
Creating an entrepreneurial culture
Micro entrepreneurs
Women entrepreneurs
Access to entrepreneurial activity
Lack of role models
Small growing businesses
Entrepreneurship education
Challenges
Questions
Taught by
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