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Spine Sweat Experience

Also known as: BUS-W409, Practicum in Entrepreneurship, Ultimate Spine Sweat

Indiana University · Bloomington, Indiana

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By application, fall/spring semesters

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Last activity

2026-07-13

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BUS-W409 Practicum in Entrepreneurship is Indiana University's advanced venture creation and development course. Created by Dr. Don Kuratko, ranked #1 Entrepreneurship Course in America by Inc. Magazine and #1 Entrepreneurship Experience in USA by Bloomberg Businessweek. Students undergo a 15-week customized venture acceleration, culminating in a pitch to real angel investors and venture capitalists. Alumni have launched high-growth companies, raised millions in VC, appeared on Shark Tank, and achieved IPOs. Silicon Valley Venture Challenge is the "Ultimate Spine Sweat" for Kelley Direct Online MBA students.