Entrepreneurial Resources

Assembled here are some great university links to resources to help you start, grow, and manage the business of your dreams.

MPowered Entrepreneurship Club
The College of Engineering-based MPowered membership is comprised of both undergraduate and graduate students from a variety of Schools and disciplines at the University including Business, Law, Medicine, Economics, Humanities, Science, Architecture, Information, and the Arts. The club hosts events including a fall Entrepreneurial Job Fair which showcases high-tech, high-growth start-up companies and businesses

Center for Venture Capital and Private Equity Finance
Founded in 1994, the Center provides research-based information, strategic thought, and counsel on best practices in venture capital, private equity investment, and entrepreneurship. Dr. David J. Brophy, the founder and Director, launched the Center's annual Michigan Growth Capital Symposium in 1979 as a vehicle for improving the efficiency of the venture capital market process. The Symposium is focused on integrating entrepreneurship, technology transfer, and venture capital within the Midwest. The Symposium is a must attend for high growth ventures, and institutional and angel investors from the Midwest and across the nation.

Entrepreneur and Venture Club
The Entrepreneur and Venture Club is comprised of both undergraduate and graduate University of Michigan Business School students that are dedicated to furthering their educational and professional goals as prospective entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. Club facilitated workshops, training sessions, and guest speakers provide members with the tools and insight necessary for bringing new ideas to fruition and taking ownership in their development. Entrepalooza kicks off the academic year, offering EVC members outstanding networking opportunities with potential employers and entrepreneurial alumni.

High Tech Club
The High Tech Club is the catalyst to provide MBAs with a forum to develop the necessary skills to succeed in the high-tech industry. The scope of the Club is broad and includes internet, hardware, telecommunications, and software, as well as the functional areas like strategic planning, business development, marketing, and finance. Through such events as the West Coast Forum, DELL Case Competition, and FuturTech Forum, the Club provides members and recruiters with an opportunity to interact and discuss the technologies and industries that are changing the rules of business.

Kresge Library
The Kresge librarians help students navigate the University library system by identifying the appropriate resources and assisting in research strategy. The librarians can work as your primary contact for the entire Michigan library system including Law, Medical, Engineering, Public Health, and will make introductions to other resources when appropriate.

Office of Career Development
The Office of Career Development coordinates recruiting and career placement activities for Ross School of Business graduates - leaders with the integrated skills and knowledge to make exceptional contributions in a demanding business environment.

Office of Technology Transfer
U-M Tech Transfer is the University organization responsible for the transfer of University technology to the marketplace, and offers a full set of services to ensure effective technology transfer. The organization consists of a central Office of Technology Transfer and two satellite offices in the Medical School and the College of Engineering. All three offices work closely together to provide responsive, professional service to their inventors and industry partners.