Corporate Entrepreneurship Program (Executive Education)
May 18, 2026 - May 20, 2026
Instructor: Dirk Libaers
Full course description
Corporate Entrepreneurship Program
Program Snapshot
Format: In-person
Dates: 5/18-5/20/2026
Duration: Multi-module program (3 days)
Location: TBD
Tuition: $3495.00
This program equips leaders to identify entrepreneurial opportunities, design viable business models, lead innovation inside complex organizational systems, navigate internal resistance, and secure funding to turn ideas into real corporate ventures.
Program Overview
Established companies must innovate to survive. Corporate entrepreneurship efforts often fail not because of weak ideas — but because of culture, structure, politics, and execution barriers.
This program teaches leaders how to assess opportunities, build business models, lead internal ventures, finance innovation, and navigate corporate dynamics to successfully create new growth initiatives.
Key Takeaways
Participants will learn to:
- Identify and develop entrepreneurial opportunities
- Build validated corporate business models
- Lead innovation initiatives
- Navigate organizational politics and resistance
- Secure and manage venture funding
- Execute a capstone corporate entrepreneurship project
Who Should Attend
Roles
Managers • innovation leaders • internal venture leaders • consultants • technical specialists • future executives
Industries
Any industry; global applicability
Situational Readiness
- Responsible for new ventures
- Leading innovation initiatives
- Driving strategic growth
- Operating inside complex organizations
Curriculum & Topics
Module 1 – Developing Corporate Entrepreneurial Opportunities
Mindset • opportunity identification • industry scanning • value innovation
Module 2 – Building the Business Model
Business Model Canvas • customer discovery • revenue & value creation
Module 3 – Leading Innovation Initiatives
Organizational design • capability assessment • innovation structures
Module 4 – Financing Innovation
Financials • valuation • internal funding • external funding • funding strategies
Module 5 – Leadership & Organizational Politics
Coalition building • sponsorship • ethical political navigation • power dynamics
Module 6 – Master Class Experience
Capstone project • faculty feedback • launch readiness
Faculty
Dirk Libaers
Allen Clary
Tang Wang
Yuting DiGiovanni
David Howard
Benefits for Organizations
Participants return able to:
- Launch viable internal ventures
- Lead innovation with disciplined execution
- Navigate political and organizational complexity
- Secure funding for growth initiatives
- Translate ideas into measurable business impact
Certificate & Pathways
Participants will receive a USF Executive Education Certificate of Completion.
Program Format
This program is delivered in an immersive, interactive, multi-module format designed to maximize engagement, application, and peer learning. A detailed agenda will be shared with registered participants in advance.
Logistics
Detailed program information, including schedules, parking instructions, and recommended hotel accommodations, will be provided prior to the program start date.
Cancellation, Substitution, and Program Changes Policy
All cancellation and substitution requests must be submitted in writing.
Cancellations
Cancellations received 14 days or more prior to the program start date will receive a full refund, minus a $250 administrative fee.
Cancellations received within 14 days of the program start date are non-refundable.
Substitutions
Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the program start date at no additional cost.
Program Changes
The University of South Florida reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a program. In the event of cancellation, participants will receive a full refund.
Group Pricing & Custom Options
Discount Eligibility
USF alumni and active-duty military members and veterans and USF faculty and staff are eligible for a 10% discount on all open-enrollment programs.
Please enter the appropriate discount code at checkout. Proof of eligibility may be requested.
Discounts cannot be combined with other promotional offers.
USF Alumni
USF alumni receive 10% off with code USFALUMNI10.
Military & Veterans
Active-duty military members and veterans receive 10% off with code MILITARY10.
USF Faculty & Staff
Current USF faculty and staff receive 10% off open-enrollment programs with code USFFACSTAFF10.