Finance

Perspective (graphical)

Business

Human–computer interaction

Creativity

Operating system

Mathematics education

Knowledge management

Computer science

Process (computing)

Vertical thinking

Entrepreneurship

Sociology

Engineering

Set (abstract data type)

Engineering ethics

Management science

Design thinking

Artificial intelligence

Psychology

Programming language

Social psychology

Convergent thinking

Mindset

Creative thinking

Journal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship has traditionally been taught from a business administration perspective, where predicting the future is central and where the world is seen as linear with known inputs and outputs. The world of entrepreneurs is a quite different, usually highly uncertain environment, and therefore requires a different type of skill set. In this paper, we conceptualize entrepreneurial learning through a method- and design-based approach and illustrate how a course can be developed and designed. In this paper it is argued that by utilizing design thinking and a methods approach, learning from a “through” approach can be achieved. This learning is more focused on the entrepreneurial process, highlighting the role of skills and mindset. This learning approach enables student-centered learning and focus on skills more applicable to entrepreneurs. It is also argued that the entrepreneurship process is not linear; therefore, creativity is central and finding structure is an unstructured process. Design thinking emp...

University entrepreneurship education: a design thinking approach to learning