EntrepreneurShip Investigation

EntrepreneurShip Investigation (ESI) is an exciting, interactive, and comprehensive curriculum project designed for youth, ages 10-19. ESI uses a variety of tools to help participants develop their entrepreneurial skills and find their business niche. Through exciting activities, case studies and current technology, participants are transformed into budding entrepreneurs!

After completing all levels of the curriculum, youth will have the skills and tools to start their own business, as well as have a completed business and marketing plan – the “road map” to the entrepreneur’s success.

Finally, participants will learn that they can do all of these things without moving to a large city. The ESI curriculum provides an opportunity to reach young people; enabling them to explore opportunities they can create for themselves with the support of their community.

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ESI Evaluations:
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After completing the evaluations, you may download and print
Certificates of Completion here:
Unit 1 :: Unit 2 :: Unit 3

ESI Business Plan Template (Microsoft Word)

What makes ESI unique?

ESI is truly a pioneer in the field of youth entrepreneurship education for several reasons:

Developed with four audiences in mind:

4-H Clubs
Middle and high schools
Youth organizations
Community organizations

Written in partnership with organizations representative of each of the target audiences
Research-based
Uses current technology through web-based activities
Is accessible and affordable to anyone
Provides instructions and direction for leaders and teachers through the leader’s guide
Aligned to school standards for easy classroom use