In an innovation economy, there are no traditional paths to success. To activate the entrepreneurial mindset in young people, NFTE’s Pathway begins by igniting the imagination then takes students through the journey of creating and refining an original business concept. Students are guided by NFTE’s expert Entrepreneurial Teacher Corps, and supported by the entrepreneurs and business leaders who volunteer as classroom speakers, field trip hosts, business plan coaches, and competition judges.
For many students, the highlight of their NFTE experience is taking the stage in NFTE’s renowned business plan competition series, but no matter where they are on the Pathway, NFTE students earn recognition of the skills and concepts they are mastering, and advanced students ultimately have the opportunity to earn the first-ever industry-recognized credential to certify entrepreneurial mindset and startup skills.