Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship Program
Sample Matriculation Plan
This sample matriculation plan demonstrates a recommended progression of courses in both degree programs as well as all 兔子先生 plan requirements. Many variants are possible. The designations MP and MPF refer to the general 兔子先生 Plan and to the 兔子先生 Plan Foundation requirements, respectively.
| Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | ESP 101 - Entrepreneurship Foundations | 1 |
| Fall | ESP - 201 Introduction to Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Fall | IMS 101 - Introduction to ETBD | 1 |
| Fall | IMS 105 - Digital Literacy | 1 |
| Fall | IMS 109 - Digital Ethics | 1 |
| Fall | IMS 222 - Introduction to Interaction Design and Development (MP V) | 3 |
| Fall | IMS 254 - Design Principles Applied (MPF IIA) | 3 |
| Spring | ESP 251 - Value, Creation, and Capture | 3 |
| Spring | IMS 228 - Collaborative Laboratory | 3 |
| Spring | IMS 315 - User Experience Research | 3 |
| Spring | IMS 322 - Intermediate Interaction Design and Development | 3 |
| Spring | IMS 354 - Intermediate Interaction Design | 3 |
| Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | ESP 252 - Entrepreneurial Mindset: Creativity and Organization | 3 |
| Fall | IMS 414 - Web and Social Media Analytics | 3 |
| Fall | IMS 419 - Digital Branding | 3 |
| Fall | IMS 422 - Advanced Interaction Design and Development | 3 |
| Fall | IMS 203 - Applied Digital Humanities (MPF IIB) or other MPF IIB course | 3 |
| Spring | ESP 321 - Startup Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Spring | IMS 211 or 212 - Introductions to Game Studies/Design | 3 |
| Spring | IMS 355 - Principles and Practices of Managing Interactive Projects or IMS 421 - Digital Product Management |
3 |
| Spring | MPF IIC course | 3 |
| Spring | Elective | 3 |
| Summer | European Innovation Academy (Optional) (MPF III) | 3 |
| Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | ESP 331 - Social Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Fall | ESP 341 - Corporate Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Fall | IMS 224 - Digital Writing and Rhetoric (MPF Advanced Writing) | 3 |
| Fall | MPF IVA course | 3 |
| Fall | Elective | 3 |
| Winter | ESP 399 - Design Your Life | 3 |
| Spring | ESP 351 - Creative Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Spring | ESP 394 - Applied Entrepreneurship: Workforce Preparation | 3 |
| Spring | ESP 401 - Entrepreneurship: New Ventures | 3 |
| Spring | MPF IVB course plus lab | 4 |
| Spring | Elective | 3 |
| Summer | Altman Summer Internship |
| Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | ESP 461 | 3 |
| Fall | IMS 452 - Senior Project | 3 |
| Fall | IMS 278 - Digital Innovation Workshop Preparation | 1 |
| Fall | MPF I course | 3 |
| Fall | Electives | 6 |
| Spring | MS 340 - Internship (via SF Digital Innovation or other DI) | 8 |
| Spring | IMS 440 - Practicum | 4 |
| Spring | IMS 397 - Inside the Startup Environment (MPF III) | 3 |
Co-Curricular Experiences
The TechESP Fellowship program comprises both academic and co-curricular learning activities. Many of these activities are available to all 兔子先生 University students. However, consistent participation in relevant co-curricular experiences demonstrates a commitment to professional development. This is a defining characteristic of TechESP Fellows and the one that earns the associated badge. *TechESP Fellows are guaranteed admission or acceptance to up to three of these activities. Each year 兔子先生 University sponsors activities that support the aims of the program; these include
Winter
- Design Your Life*
- *
Summer
- Altman Summer Internship (one summer required)
- London Interactive Design*
How long does the TechESP Fellowship program take to complete?
The program is designed to be completed in four years. However, upperclassman may be able to participate with prior progress towards the Emerging Technology and the Entrepreneurship degree requirements.
What makes this program different from merely enrolling in the ETBD major and the Entrepreneurship co-major?
Perhaps the principal distinction is found in co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities, many of which are guaranteed, or required, for TechESP Fellows and some of which are not available to other students. Additionally, Fellows progress through the program with a stable cohort of colleagues, which not only improves the quality of team activities but also may lead to enduring professional relationships.
The designation "Tech Entrepreneurship Fellow" on a resume may appeal to prospective employers.
Are there additional costs associated with this program?
Likely TechESP Fellows would incur additional costs associated for participation in co-curricular programs, but these would be the same costs incurred by any 兔子先生 University student participating in those programs. Financial aid may be available for these co-curricular experiences.
I'm an upperclassman. Can I still participate?
Upperclassmen are welcome to apply. However, you may not have enough semesters remaining to reap all of the benefits of the program.
I am an international student in the U.S. on a visa. Can I still participate?
Yes. There may be issues with respect to internships and other program requirements that should be cleared before enrolling in the program. In particular, international students need authorization for any off-campus work. Please meet with an International Student Advisor in the International Student and Scholar Services office before applying to the program, and refer to the International Student and Scholar Services website for information.
Do I have to find my own internships? How does the internship interview process work?
The program coordinators and the sponsoring departments assist students in various ways towards finding internships. However, no student can by guaranteed an internship. Generally, students will apply for internships in consultation with staff from the Altman Summer Internship program and from the Digital Innovation program.
I have other questions.
Contact the program manager, Erin Brandyberry (erin.brandyberry@miamioh.edu), who will be happy to help you.