Launchpad has been launching successful businesses through action-oriented techniques for 14 years. In this dynamic course, we prioritize hands-on experience over traditional business planning methods. By engaging in a series of experiments, students/founders learn to validate their solutions and verify pain points in the market.

Launchpad goes beyond theoretical concepts and immerses students in the practical world of entrepreneurship. You launch your business in the program, this is not a project class. Throughout the program, you'll gain invaluable insights and skills by actively testing your ideas, refining your strategies, and adapting to the ever-changing business landscape. We firmly believe that taking action is the key to unlocking your entrepreneurial potential.

This course may change your life. We will treat each team and idea as a real start-up, so the work will be intense. If you do not have a passionate and overwhelming urge to start a business or launch a product or service, this class will not be a fit. 

You are required to attend 2 office hours sessions before applying.

Refer to this website for up-to-date class and office hours information and to see alumni list from past years: https://www.launchpad.stanford.edu/

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