CRWN 90: EntrepreneurshipAcad
University of California, Santa Cruz
Introduction to the basics of setting up a start-up company using the Lean Launchpad/NSF I-Corps model of instruction. Students learn principles of data collection, marketing processes, and resources needed for new companies. The class is articulated around the design of a business plan, in groups of 4-5 students coached by a successful entrepreneur, and culminates in a presentation. The market research for the project involves talking to at least 5 potential customers, partners, channels and/or related experts each week.
Average GPA: 3.64
Grade distribution records: 327 students across 14 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 57 | 17.4% |
| A | 138 | 42.2% |
| A- | 27 | 8.3% |
| B+ | 25 | 7.6% |
| B | 18 | 5.5% |
| B- | 5 | 1.5% |
| C+ | 6 | 1.8% |
| C | 4 | 1.2% |
| F | 9 | 2.8% |
| P | 24 | 7.3% |
| NP | 5 | 1.5% |
| S | 1 | 0.3% |
| W | 8 | 2.4% |
Based on 327 student grade records across 14 terms and 4 professors.
Instructors
- Kathleen J Greaney 189 students, Average GPA 3.44
- Nada Miljkovic 108 students, Average GPA 3.88
- Yuliya Monastyrska 53 students, Average GPA 3.92
- Andrea Carafa 24 students, Average GPA 3.73