Overview of the field of entrepreneurial theory and practice for development and growth of technology-based new enterprises. Introduction to the MIT ecosystem of entrepreneurship. Weekly lectures by academic and practitioner faculty engaged in the MIT Entrepreneurship Program, supplemented by presentations by and discussions with leaders of MIT entrepreneurship-related activities, e.g,. Technology Licensing Office, Deshpande Center, Venture Mentoring Service, as well as successful entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. Required entry course for E & I option.