Business education for free watching Stanford business school videos

Evaluating a business idea, elements of a business pitch, and overview of funding options for business are subjects of YouTube videos from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

Thinking of starting a business? Wondering if your business concept will attract venture capital? Invest a small amount of time watching some of the videos before investing money or large amounts of time in a project that may not prove profitable.

Many of the business videos are about one hour in length. Videos show guest lecturers and panelists speaking at business conferences.

For the small business owner, corporate manager, or individual thinking about starting a business set aside a block of time to watch one of the videos each week. The content is thorough and practical filled with real world business information.

The information can be useful to watch with a business partner for the purpose of making strategic decisions.

Topics related to angel investors and venture capitalists are useful for start-up companies exploring how to develop prototypes and receive funding.

I recommend the videos for individuals considering whether or not they should pursue an undergraduate degree in business or MBA – or pursue a career like nursing and then combine it with management or business related courses for the purpose of getting a management position.

Look at current business events in light of the Stanford graduate school videos, too. You may or may not agree with how the subject matter is presented, but the content will stimulate thinking. Professor Charles Lee, Accounting, presents a video on the market efficiency and the financial crisis. He discusses limitations of the markets and the usefulness.

Tuition cost $ 51, 321 for the 2009 to 2010 academic year at Stanford GSB. Books and supplies cost $ 1,941. A global study trip cost another $ 1,500 to $ 4,000. It’s a world class business education. So take full advantage of the business content uploaded to YouTube to develop your own business skills for --- your time spent watching a video once a week.

While the Internet is loaded with poor content and many article sites are filled with unsubstantiated opinions, video content from organizations like the Stanford Graduate School of Business make quality material accessible. It is useful information for corporate executives, small business owners, and individual entrepreneurs. Choose the subjects to create your own personal business school to improve your business operations and your career options.