Fostering Innovation: Embrace Entrepreneurial Spirit at Dartmouth
At the Guarini School for Advanced Studies, we cultivate an environment of innovation and entrepreneurship across all our graduate programs. While we are proud to feature the nation’s first PhD Innovation Program through Thayer School of Engineering, our commitment to fostering entrepreneurial thinking extends to all disciplines within the Guarini School.
Dartmouth’s Magnuson Center for Entrepreneurship (link) supports students, faculty, and alumni on their entrepreneurial journeys. We offer co-curricular education, hands-on experiences, funding opportunities, and connections to our extensive alumni network, empowering you to turn ideas into reality.
Sample Job Titles
- Startup founder
- Venture Capitalist
- Business Development Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Angel Investor
- Corporate Entreprenuer
- Innovative Strategist
Dartmouth Center’s for Entrepreneurial Support:
Explore the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Graduate Certificate
Key Entreprenurial Skills Developed at Dartmouth
Research and Analytical Skills: Hone your ability to conduct thorough research, analyze data, and present findings effectively, equipping you for roles that require critical thinking and data-driven decision-making.
Innovative Problem-Solving: Learn to approach challenges with creativity and develop solutions that drive progress in your discipline.
Entrepreneurial Thinking: Cultivate a mindset that embraces risk-taking and opportunity recognition, essential for navigating the complexities of today’s job market.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work across disciplines to leverage diverse perspectives, enhancing teamwork and communication skills crucial for success in any career.
Technical Proficiency: Acquire advanced technical skills specific to your field, which are complemented by practical experience gained through hands-on projects and internships.
Project Management: Develop the ability to plan, execute, and manage projects effectively, preparing you to lead initiatives in professional settings.
Networking and Relationship Building: Build connections within Dartmouth’s extensive alumni network and industry partnerships, essential for career development and mentorship.
Job Market Trends
Explore potential jobs and industries in depth using data that reflects real-time labor market trends on Dartmouth’s Center for Career Design, the undergraduate career center. Information include average earnings by location, top employers, employment trends and projections in the next ten years, “hard” skills, and popular job titles. Use keywords of by filtering for industry and occupation.