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 21, 2026
6 Weeks ⎹ 6 Sessions ⎹ Instructor-led I Interactive Zoom Sessions ⎹ 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 21 to October 26, 2026
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
Program Cost:
Prices for a “Startup Founding Team” up to 2 members
TiE Charter Member, CXO Member and General Member: Extended Early Bird $399 – After August 24 $449
Select the above option if you are a member of the TiE Silicon Valley chapter, to know more about the benefits of TiE SV membership click here.
TiE Non-Member: Extended Early Bird $499 – After August 24 $599
Select the above option if you are not affiliated with TiE. You can become a TiE SV member at $199 and get access to year-round engagement with the TiE SV chapter. To become a TiE SV member, click here.
CURRICULUM
- September 21
Conducting Market Research: Develop a comprehensive understanding to test product viability using sophisticated business models to inexpensive ways
- September 28
Go-to-Market – Starting The Sales Engine: Lay the groundwork to get the crucial momentum of at the initial sales
- October 5
Go-to-Market Plans, Get Marketing Engine Started: Formulate marketing plans to create an engine for lead generation that will help you scale.
- October 12
Team – Dividing Equity, Hiring, Conflict Management, and Culture: Learn steps needed to nurture the most valuable asset of any startup – “the people”
- October 19
Building a Financial Model: Understand unit economics, estimate your financing need and build
- October 26
How to be Investor-ready: Pointers to fine-tune presentation to grab investor’s attention
TESTIMONIALS Spring Cohort 2026
“This course was absolutely amazing and extremely helpful in building my start-up. Highly recommend to anyone that is thinking about starting a business or already in the process!” – Shawn Grose, Northrop Grumman Corp.
“The Mini MBA program was an outstanding experience and truly exceeded my expectations. The curriculum was thoughtfully designed – focused, practical, and free of fluff – delivering exactly what entrepreneurs need to understand and become VC-ready. Naeem Zafar and R. Paul Singh brought a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience to the program. Their ability to translate complex concepts into engaging stories, combined with examples from their own journeys, made the learning highly practical and impactful. This program is a must for any entrepreneur looking to gain clarity, direction, and actionable insights to grow their business.” – Vasudev Pulipati, CEO, Hiforte Technologies.
QUESTIONS?
Contact us
For any questions regarding the program, please email patricia@tiesv.ai.