"This is an intense and inspiring week and a well-structured program that covers the long journey from idea generation to market success, embedding the many facets of innovation and entrepreneurship into a bigger picture. It provides insights into both worlds: the small startup and the large organization. A world-class faculty, supported from excellent guest speakers from the Silicon Valley scene and beyond. This course will definitely support and improve my future work."
"This program is an opportunity to share and learn from experience of senior managers from all around the globe. The program combines experienced tutors and practitioners from the Silicon Valley providing a unique mix that boosts your creativity and thinking about the implementation of the knowledge you have just learned."
"I had a wonderful, enriching experience at the Boot Camp for Experienced Managers. The training was a nice blend of theory and practical examples. It was very rewarding to connect with like-minded folks and discuss my organizational issues, and to listen to their ideas. I have already highly recommended this training to my colleagues."
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"This course exceeded my expectations. Instructors Jerry Engel and Sean Foote effectively linked academic concepts to real-world applications, making the content both engaging and practical. The guest speakers, with their diverse backgrounds in venture capital, provided invaluable insights. The course structure encouraged reflection and sparked meaningful discussions, helping me acquire new skills I can apply immediately. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to deepen their understanding of venture capital."
"I would recommend this course to any Product Manager who hasn't completed a formal PM course. I found the content valuable and a valuable investment in my professional growth. The skills and knowledge gained from this course will enable me to contribute more effectively to our product development efforts and drive greater success for our products and the organization as a whole."
"It’s a good learning experience for product managers as it helps you think outside the box."
"This program enhanced my leadership skills and increased my ability to create greater good."
"Three amazing, insightful, and informative days. It was dynamic and inspiring."
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"Inspiring three day course! Energized by the discussions and observations of the diverse, international participants. Watch out world — I’m a Berkeley Changemaker!"
"Theories are well taught and closed with life experience from an actual entrepreneur who maps it all beautifully through a panel discussion."