MINI MBA IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP
The Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship is the dedicated program of TiE Silicon Valley to educate the next generation of Entrepreneurs, brings you a 6 weeks instructor-led and self-paced virtual certification program, led by Silicon-Valley based instructors who are serial entrepreneurs and adjunct professors at UC Berkeley and Northeastern University.
STARTING ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2025
6 Weeks I 6 Sessions I Instructor-led I Interactive Zoom Sessions I Led by Silicon-Valley serial entrepreneurs & professors at UC Berkeley and Northeastern University
THE PROGRAM
The program is geared towards early-stage entrepreneurs, who are looking for instructional, practical real-world learning as well as interactive sessions with fellow members. This program will prepare you to start right on your journey and prepare you to create your pitch to raise funding.
- Led by Entrepreneurs : Learn from experienced entrepreneurs so that you can avoid some of the mistakes on your entrepreneur journey. This is why we call this For Entrepreneurs By Entrepreneurs!
- Experienced Faculty: Learn from adjunct faculty members who have coached hundreds of students many of whom have gone on to start successful companies.
- Network: Network with fellow entrepreneurs and members of the TiE ecosystem.
- Seek Solutions: Bring your business problems and get answers from the TiE faculty
- Propel Entrepreneurial Growth: Learn about tools, techniques, methodology, and guidance needed to propel entrepreneurial growth.
- Certificate of Completion: Receive a certificate of completion from TiE Silicon Valley
Get an e-copy of 5 books on entrepreneurship authored by Naeem Zafar. BONUS CONTENT FOR REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS BOOK DETAILS (Naeem’s website)
Program Details
Date: September 15 to October 20, 2025
Day: Every Monday
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT
Format: Virtual (6 instructed-led session)
Hybrid module: Participants are expected to complete the self-paced video assignments for the instructor led virtual sessions
Instructors:
NAEEM ZAFAR
Naeem is a seasoned executive who has led several high-tech businesses as the CEO and guided dozens as a Board member or an advisor. Naeem has taught entrepreneurship and innovation at several leading universities including UC Berkeley, Brown University, and Northeastern University. Naeem’s specialties include method for raising capital for startups, strategy development, product positioning, managing Board of Directors, business development and M&A.
R. PAUL SINGH
Paul is a successful entrepreneur and a founder of multiple startups and now is an advisor to many software startups. Having worked as the head of marketing for many B2B startups in their $0-$50M journey, he brings in a unique experience to scale marketing and sales while keeping acquisition costs low. He also teaches “Sales and Marketing for Entrepreneurs” courses at Northeastern University and the University of California, Berkeley.
Program Cost:
Prices for a “Startup Founding Team” up to 2 members
TiE Charter Member, CXO Member and General Member: $399
TiE Non-Member: $499 Early Bird
Select the above option if you are not affiliated with TiE. You can become a TiE Silicon Valley member a and get access to year-round engagement with the TiE Silicon Valley chapter. To become a member, click here.
CURRICULUM
- September 15
Conducting Market Research: Develop a comprehensive understanding to test product viability using sophisticated business models to inexpensive ways
- September 22
Go-to-Market – Starting The Sales Engine: Lay the groundwork to get the crucial momentum of at the initial sales
- September 29
Team – Dividing Equity, Hiring, Conflict Management, and Culture: Learn steps needed to nurture the most valuable asset of any startup – “the people”
- October 6
Go-to-Market Plans, Get Marketing Engine Started: Formulate marketing plans to create an engine for lead generation that will help you scale
- October 13
Building a Financial Model: Understand unit economics, estimate your financing need and build
- October 20
How to be Investor-ready: Pointers to fine-tune presentation to grab investor’s attention
TESTIMONIALS First Cohort 2025
“Well-rounded program conducted by Seasoned Experts. Strongly recommended for all experienced and aspiring Entrepreneurs.” – Rohail A. Khan, CEO, Westchester Capital
“The Mini MBA course was phenomenal. Jam-packed with useful information worth its weight in gold for early-stage entrepreneurs. If adhered to diligently, so many potential mistakes can be avoided. I will be reviewing the sessions multiple times to ensure the lessons sink in. Cannot thank Professors Naeem Zafar and R. Paul Singh for all the wisdom they have poured into these lessons. TiE could have charged 10 times more for this and it would still be a bargain.” – Yogesh Angrish, Founder & CEO, CloudCage
“Great Course, Q&A was wonderful during the live sessions with excellent insight about what matters and what doesn’t from professors who have travelled the road before.” – Matthew Bailey, VP Product Engineering, Design 1st
QUESTIONS?
Contact us
For any questions regarding the program, please email patricia@tiesv.ai.