This course is meant for students in engineering and other disciplines who seek a challenging, interactive, team-based, and hands-on learning experience in entrepreneurship and technology. In this highly experiential course, students work in simulated start-up teams to create products or start-up ideas to address a broadly-defined need of an industry partner or social challenge.

Are you passionate about transforming the future of sports through innovation and entrepreneurship? Welcome to SportsTech, a course designed for the next generation of changemakers, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Situated at the intersection of one of the world’s leading engineering programs and a top-tier Division 1 athletic program, this course offers a unique platform for multidisciplinary collaboration. In this course, students will utilize AI to accelerate various aspects of the entrepreneurial process. From identifying market gaps to crafting compelling pitches and developing a Minimum Viable Prototype (MVP), the course integrates AI ethically and transparently as a tool for business development. Additionally, students will leverage social media platforms like LinkedIn for customer interviews, market validation, and professional branding. Guest speakers from the industry will join the course to share insights on sports innovation and changemaking. Students will also engage in Berkeley Changemaker's three core pillars: Critical Thinking, Communication, and Collaboration. These elements aim to equip students with the skills and mindsets required to become changemakers in the sports industry. The course culminates in a demo and pitch session where students present their MVPs to a panel of venture capitalists and industry judges, offering real-world validation and next-level venture development opportunities.

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