Entrepreneurship, Innovation, & Creativity

Beginning with the 2023 summer session, COVID-19 vaccine will no longer be mandated for students to attend FIT, but vaccination is strongly encouraged. For more details regarding the end of the COVID-19 vaccine mandate see the April 11, 2023, SUNY press release.

Fall 2023

August 31 – December 14
No class on September 21 or November 22. FIT is closed.

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GF 502
Entrepreneurship, Innovation, & Creativity
3 credits
In state $1,445.00 Out of state $2,950.00

This course provides a survey of theories, research, and best practices across the fields of entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity, with case studies and examples pulled from the fashion industry. Students explore the entire entrepreneurial process—from idea generation to new venture launch to owner exit—and consider the unique aspects of social entrepreneurship, high tech start-ups, family businesses, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem that is characteristic of the creative industries. Skill-building includes conducting valid research, applying relevant frameworks and tools, and communicating well in various formats.

Meet Your Instructor

Meg Joseph

Associate Professor Meg Joseph has been engaged—consulting, teaching, and learning—with entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity since 1998.

 

 

Graduate Credit Course Details

Nondegree students may take up to six credits in graduate classes that may be used in preparation for advanced study or for personal and/or professional development. Students who wish to take graduate-level classes as a nondegree student must submit an application for nondegree study and evidence of a baccalaureate degree. An unofficial copy of a college bachelor's degree transcript is acceptable. Some courses may require departmental approval to enroll.

PLEASE NOTE: Students who have taken classes as a non-degree student at FIT are not guaranteed admission to a graduate program. Nondegree students who wish to matriculate into a graduate program must submit a complete graduate application for degree study and go through the application process.

How to Register

We encourage you to register at least two weeks before the start of the semester. Enter the specific course code and CRN# to ensure you are signing up for the right course section.  You will also fill out a non-degree application form and provide requested information and documentation.

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Important Links

• New York State Residency

Contact Us

Katharine Dorny, GFM
[email protected] or (212) 217-4315
Monday through Friday, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm