Summer 2026 course
6 July-17 August 2026
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IRIS Entrepreneurship & Business Course
An intensive online entrepreneurship research course where students develop a business plan and complete an academic paper with university faculty guidance.
Last verified: 17 Aug 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
Online Programme
IRIS Entrepreneurship & Business Course
An intensive online entrepreneurship research course where students develop a business plan and complete an academic paper with university faculty guidance.
Last verified: 17 Aug 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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IRIS Entrepreneurship Course at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Recently closed
Eligibility
High school students; no experience required
Age range / Year group
13-18 (Grade 8-12)
Location / Region
Online
Cost
From $4,200
Duration
6 weeks
Format
Live online research course
Business & EconomicsEntrepreneurshipResearch Methods
Sessions / cadence: 2 x 3-hour classes weekly
Mentor model: Faculty plus PhD support
Assessment style: Drafts, peer review and presentation
Main deliverable / output: 3-6 page research paper
Certificate: Signed completion certificate
Latest verified cycle: Summer 2026
Time-zone model: Multiple global session times
IRIS Entrepreneurship Course summary
IRIS is an intensive entrepreneurship research course combining business concepts with a structured academic-research process.
Students analyse real-world cases, investigate market needs and develop an innovative business plan before producing a detailed paper on their proposed business.
It suits motivated students who want sustained faculty guidance and a substantial piece of business-focused academic work rather than a short introductory class.
What is IRIS Entrepreneurship & Business Course?
The IRIS Entrepreneurship & Business Course is an Indigo Research subject track combining entrepreneurial study with academic research. Students use interactive discussions, real-world case studies and targeted assignments to examine ideation, market research, business planning and the wider conditions affecting ventures.
The course follows IRIS's structured research pathway from preliminary reading and question development through drafting, feedback and presentation. Each student develops a proposed business and turns their findings and strategy into an individual research paper.
Why Succeed highlights IRIS Entrepreneurship Course
It combines practical market research and business-plan development with a rigorous academic-writing process.
The six-week curriculum gives students clear milestones from orientation and preliminary reading to a final paper and presentation.
Twice-weekly three-hour classes provide substantially more guided contact time than a light-touch online course.
Faculty teaching, PhD support, peer review and one-to-one draft discussion create several layers of feedback.
The final paper offers a concrete academic output, with additional credit, conference and publication pathways described by IRIS.
Who is IRIS Entrepreneurship Course for?
Best for
Students who want to investigate a business idea in depth and can commit to sustained reading, research, writing and live discussion.
Not ideal if
You want a casual entrepreneurship taster, a purely practical start-up accelerator or a programme without substantial academic writing.
Is IRIS Entrepreneurship Course worth it?
The course could be worthwhile for a student who wants a structured bridge between entrepreneurship and academic research. Its strongest value lies in the combination of guided market analysis, business-plan development, faculty teaching, feedback and a substantial final paper.
The limitation is intensity and price: six live teaching hours each week sit alongside reading and writing, while publication and recommendation letters are not guaranteed. Families should compare the final output, credit options and mentor access with lower-cost courses or a self-directed business project.
A practical overview of cost, time commitment, provider details, student outcomes and online support to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
From $4,200; includes 30+ hours of faculty lessons, Personalised PhD teaching-assistant support, Small-group online teaching, Research-paper development and feedback, Eligibility for two transferable UCSB Extension credits, Post-programme college-application masterclass.
Dates and time commitment
6 weeks; 2 x 3-hour classes weekly.
Provider details
Review the Indigo Research provider page and official sources before making a final decision.
What the student gains
Potential output: The main output is a detailed 3-6 page research paper on the student's proposed business.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.
Online support and safeguarding
You will examine ideation, market research, business planning and the cultural, economic and regulatory factors affecting entrepreneurial ventures. Case studies, discussions and targeted assignments support the work.
What to check before committing
Confirm current dates, session schedule, payment terms, cancellation rules, support expectations and what output or certificate is included with the provider.
Compare this programme with similar options before deciding on dates, cost, format and fit.
Compare with similar programmesHow much preparation does IRIS Entrepreneurship Course need?
Effort level
High.
Best started
Begin planning four to six weeks before the next cohort so you can compare time zones, choose a business interest and arrange the fee.
Main challenge
Turning a broad entrepreneurial idea into a focused, evidence-based paper.
Typical preparation
List two or three business problems or industries you would genuinely like to investigate.
Practise reading a business case and noting its claim, evidence, market assumptions and limitations.
Block out six live-class hours each week, plus separate time for reading, assignments and drafting.
Useful if
You enjoy case studies, independent reading, discussion and iterative writing.
What do students do on IRIS Entrepreneurship Course?
Students move through a six-week research process while applying entrepreneurship concepts to a proposed business. The sequence builds from orientation and foundational reading to a final paper and class presentation.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Complete orientation, review the Welcome Pack and meet the professor.
- 2
Read selected introductory material with office-hours support.
- 3
Study the subject and refine an entrepreneurship research question.
- 4
Learn time management, note-taking, citation and research-paper conventions.
- 5
Develop an abstract and annotated bibliography.
- 6
Write the introduction and outline, then discuss the project one-to-one.
- 7
Prepare a full draft, join writing workshops and incorporate peer feedback.
- 8
Present the project and submit the final research paper.
IRIS Entrepreneurship Course dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Winter cohort
TBA
A winter cohort is listed without confirmed dates.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Summer 2026 course | 6 July-17 August 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Winter cohort | TBA | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Designed primarily for high school students
Grade 8-12 options appear on the application
No previous research experience required
Gap-year and degree-level options also appear
Choose Entrepreneurship and Business as the course
How much does IRIS Entrepreneurship Course cost?
Programme tuition
From $4,200 — A payment plan is listed.
Funding or discounts
- Scholarships: Not offered
What's included
30+ hours of faculty lessons, Personalised PhD teaching-assistant support, Small-group online teaching, Research-paper development and feedback, Eligibility for two transferable UCSB Extension credits, Post-programme college-application masterclass
How to apply to IRIS Entrepreneurship Course
- 1
Open the application form on the official IRIS page.
- 2
Select whether the applicant is a student or guardian.
- 3
Enter the applicant's contact details and country of residence.
- 4
Provide the school name and high-school graduation year.
- 5
Submit the form to request a course place.
- 6
Schedule an introductory call after submitting if helpful.
Learning format
Teaching is fully online, with two interactive three-hour classes each week. Students combine live faculty sessions with preparatory reading, assignments, independent drafting, office-hours support, workshops, peer review and a one-to-one draft discussion.
The official timetable lists different session patterns across international time zones.
Mentorship and feedback
University faculty lead the live subject classes.
A PhD teaching assistant provides personalised support.
Office hours support the preliminary reading stage.
Students discuss their developing work with peers.
Writing workshops include peer review and revision.
A one-to-one instructor meeting reviews the full draft.
Time-zone considerations
- The 2026 timetable lists times across numerous global zones.
- Classes meet twice weekly for three hours per session.
- Entrepreneurship cohorts use Tuesday/Thursday or Monday/Wednesday patterns.
- Some translated local times fall after midnight.
- Students should compare both weekly days and local clock times.
Assessment style
Assessment is project-based and iterative, centred on developing, reviewing, presenting and submitting an individual entrepreneurship research paper.
- Research-question selection during the foundations stage
- Abstract and annotated bibliography development
- Instructor guidance on the introduction and outline
- Full-draft workshop and peer review
- One-to-one discussion of the complete draft
- Final presentation and paper submission
Portfolio / outputs
Main deliverable / output
The main output is a detailed 3-6 page research paper on the student's proposed business.
Proposed business plan and strategy
Focused research question
Abstract and annotated bibliography
Peer presentation of findings
Signed programme completion certificate
IRIS Entrepreneurship Course FAQs
You will examine ideation, market research, business planning and the cultural, economic and regulatory factors affecting entrepreneurial ventures. Case studies, discussions and targeted assignments support the work.
Each student develops a proposed business and submits a detailed research paper capturing their findings and business strategy. The wider IRIS process also includes an abstract, bibliography, draft workshop and presentation.
No. IRIS provides a structured pathway from preliminary reading and research-question development through writing, feedback and final submission.
Classes are held twice a week for three hours each. The timetable provides several session patterns translated across international time zones.
University faculty lead the programme, with personalised support from a PhD teaching assistant. Students also receive peer feedback and discuss their full draft in a one-to-one instructor meeting.
Notify the course administrator and professor. IRIS says students can receive a recording, homework and other instructions for the missed class.
No. IRIS teaches the publication process and provides journal guidance, but publication remains a separate outcome. Additional one-to-one publication guidance may be purchased.
The programme describes a signed completion certificate and eligibility for two transferable UCSB Extension credits.
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Co-founder, Succeed | Former secondary teacher and educational leader
Ben works at the intersection of education, technology and school adoption, with expertise in how secondary schools evaluate data-driven tools and how education technology is used in practice.
Sources and verification
Source types reviewed
- IRIS Summer Class Schedule 2026
- Indigo Research Intensive Seasonal Program IRIS | Indigo Research
- Indigo Research | 6-Week Research Intensive for HS
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