Computer Science 496C - IS-SocialEntreprenuerLaunchpad

Social Entrepreneurship Launchpad offers a team-based opportunity to students who have successfully completed COMPSCI 420 (previously COMPSCI 490S) and are committed to launching marketable products that contribute to the common good. Teams will be mentored by CICS Entrepreneurs in Residence (EIRs) and UMass alumni. Teams test the commercial potential of their product ideas and receive mentoring and guidance from EIRs and industry partners to secure funding, build a marketing plan, and consolidate a customer base. This course does not count as either a CS or INFORM Elective.

Open to juniors and seniors in Computer Science or Informatics. COMPSCI 420 INSTRUCTOR CONSENT REQUIRED. OPEN TO CS AND INFORM MAJORS WHO HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED EITHER COMPSCI 420 OR HAVE EQUIVALENT ACADEMIC OR INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE.