Think Like An Entrepreneur
The Innovation Academy is a metacurricular program designed to be the University of New Mexico’s (UNM) incubator for ideas, businesses and people.
Our program is for all students, in any major, and our mission is to infuse creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship into their degree.
We offer a variety of programs to assist students in finding creative solutions to solve problems by thinking like entrepreneurs and developing transferable skills that they can use in both an academic and professional setting.
Creativity Is Our Only Curriculum
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What We Do
We do a lot of things! Find more information about our classes, programs, and upcoming events utilizing the menu at the left of this page. Or view our latest Impact Report.
Resources
Information about online resources you can utilize right now to assist you in transforming your ideas into reality!
Our Classes
ECommerce Essentials*
MGMT 490-001 (First Half Term)
CRN: 74122
- Primary Instructor
- Rebecca Rodriguez
- Instructor
- Tiffini Porter-Aragon
Learn all about the world of selling products and services online. In this course students learn about a variety of e-commerce practices such as drop-shipping, affiliate marketing, online courses, digital agency, as well as selling on Amazon and Etsy. This course will include custom video lectures created by UNM alum and serial entrepreneur Kyle Guin. This course was formerly called Create, Sell, Bank.
ECommerce Applications*
MGMT 490-002 (Second Half Term)
CRN: 74123
- Primary Instructor
- Tiffini Porter-Aragon
- Instructor
- Rebecca Rodriguez
In this class we will dive into the inner workings of eCommerce businesses and apply best practices to develop infrastructure for online ventures. In addition, we will discuss different platforms and tools to increase ECommerce traction and success. This course will include custom video lectures created by UNM alum and serial entrepreneur Kyle Guin. Offered fully online. This course was formerly called Create, Sell, Bank II.
Innovation Academy: Idea Incubator*
MGMT 490-012 (Second Half Term)
CRN: 73704
- Instructor
- Rebecca Rodriguez
This course is an independent study format, designed to give students the time and academic credit to transform their business idea into a reality. Offered fully online.
Disney Leadership Lessons*
MGMT 490-005 (First Half Term)
CRN: 60215
- Instructor
- Tiffini Porter-Aragon
Learn how to make your own leadership journey magic by exploring and applying leadership strategies from the Walt Disney Company.
Innovation and Japanese Culture
Not currently available
- Instructors
- Tiffini Porter-Aragon
- Rebecca Rodriguez
This course is designed to prepare students for an immersive two-week trip through Japan that will showcase the rich Japanese culture through a lens of innovation and creativity. It is mandatory that students apply for the study-abroad component on the Global Education Office site.
Student Athlete Identity*
Not currently available
- Instructor
- Crystle Dorsey
This course explores the notion and manifestation of athletic representations as seen through the lens of student-athlete experiences against the backdrop of American society and the intersections of its socio-cultural and socio-political institutions. Offered fully online.
*This course has no prerequisites but does require a college override to enroll if you are not a business major. Please email the instructor for an override.
