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Wharton Entrepreneurship at the University of Pennsylvania supports all students with its robust entrepreneurial teaching, research & co-curricular programs.

The Goergen Entrepreneurial Management Program, named in honor of Wharton alumnus and benefactor, Robert Goergen, is one of the largest entrepreneurial teaching programs available, offering more than 20 courses to some 2,000 students and entrepreneurs. The faculty of over 20 professors and practitioners teach courses for undergraduate and graduate students and guide initiatives for entrepreneurs. The Sol C. Snider Entrepreneurial Research Center, named by its benefactor, Philadelphia Flyers owner Ed Snider in memory of his father, was the first Center dedicated to the study of entrepreneurship. Working around the world to advance understanding of entrepreneurship, Wharton researchers produce studies drawn from analysis in China, South Africa, the US and many other economies. Current research is focused on a range of topics such as large-scale job creation, productivity and international competitiveness.

Co-curriculuar, experiential learning activities are the third component of Wharton Entrepreneurship and include:
*the Wharton Business Plan Competition
*the Venture Initiation Program
*the Entrepreneur in Residence Program
*the Wharton Small Business Development Center
*Entrepreneurial Intern Fellowships
*and many resources for students interested in pursuing entrepreneurial-focused career paths.

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