Resources
The Institute for Entrepreneurship serves as an access point to several types of resources and services for entrepreneurs and small business owners, as well as aspiring entrepreneurs. The Institute is dedicated to improving the economic environment in Michigan, and entrepreneurs and small businesses will play an important role in the revitalization. We offer resources to meet a variety of business needs and opportunities.
Informational Resources
For online resources, please visit Entrepreneurship links.
Consulting and Service Resources
The Institute offers two distinct ways for entrepreneurs and small businesses to utilize the consulting and service resources available. Businesses with a specific 3-4 month project can apply to become "course–clients." for our entrepreneurship capstone courses (click here for more information).
Businesses with less-defined or longer-term projects can find student consultants and interns through our Entrepreneurial Consulting and Internship (ECI) program (click here for more information).
Consulting resources are also available through Spartan Consulting. Spartan Consulting is a professional consulting firm composed of current Broad School MBA students. Students Consulting for Nonprofit Organizations also offers consulting services to area nonprofits and nonprofit startups.
Resources for Innovators and Product Developers
Spartan Ventures is available to assist innovators who have developed a new product or innovation, but are unsure about how to build a business. Click here for more information on Spartan Ventures and its enterprise development process.