VIDEO: How To Launch A Startup | Harveen Chugh (Imperial)

Dr Harveen Chugh, senior teaching fellow in entrepreneurship at Imperial College Business School, gave us her business insights into how to launch a startup with an MBA

As one of Imperial College's senior teaching fellows in entrepreneurship, Dr Harveen Chugh regularly lends her advice to eager MBA students looking to launch their own startups. If you haven't had the fortune to sit in one of Harveen's classes, you needn't worry!

In this BusinessBecause video, Harveen reveals everything you need to know before starting your own business.

Harveen reveals the first three things that every entrepreneur should do before they launch their business—Google it, map it, pitch it. Watch the video to see her elaborate on what exactly this means, and how it can show the proof of a good, or doomed, project.

While Harveen's seen many successful businesses in her time, she's also seen a good number of failures, and she reveals the most common pitfalls that entrepreneurs fall into.

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5/11/2023

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The MSc Strategic Marketing course opens many avenues into the business world at Imperial. The coursework consists of group-based assignments, individual reports, and sometimes, examinations. The Careers team helps you with your CV, Cover letters, and other job application support. Imperial truly lives up to its name!

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29/05/2020

Chinese students majored in English- now strategic marketing

My undergraduate major was English back in China and now an MSc student in strategic marketing at Imperial. For Chinese students who share similar experiences with me, you can get as much/deep as you want about marketing with some challenging group works and inspiring lectures. At the same time, if you just want to get the degree anyway with less effort, it's possible as well... ...

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3/11/2024

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Academic Modules and Environment

The program at Imperial College Business School is exceptionally informative and beneficial for students. Each session is not only engaging but also inspiring, fostering a dynamic learning environment. I appreciate how the content is carefully tailored to cover complex yet practical topics, ensuring that we can apply what we learn in real-world scenarios. We have several classes each week, and the structure includes a mix of group and individual assessments. This approach not only enhances our understanding but also encourages collaboration and critical thinking among peers.