The Augment MBA

All you need to know about business

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Invest in your business skills and learn exclusive lessons from the founders of Wikipedia, YouTube, Shazam, and more.

Duration

40 Hours

Tuition

$2,450

Format

Self-Paced

Completion

Certificate

Learning Experience

Everything you need for success

Connect with Entrepreneurs

Forge lasting connections through topical discussion groups, both online and in person.

Real-World Insights

40+ hours of class time including video lessons, case studies, quizzes, and handbooks.

LinkedIn Certificate

Share your skills on your LinkedIn profile.

Who is Augment for?

Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Learn the tools you need to start a business - from idea stage to scaling and beyond.

Startup Founders

Learn how to inspire teams and create a culture of high performance, trust and ambition.

Established Business Owners

Bring your business to the next level with real-world growth strategies.

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Curriculum

The MBA for Entrepreneurs

Augment offers a modern education to aspiring entrepreneurs and founders.

5
Months
40+
Hours
100+
Classes

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01
Strategy & Innovation
11 modules
20 lessons
This introductory module dives into the core principles that guide decision-making and problem-solving in the startup world.
This module covers
The Problem-Oriented Mindset
Steve Blank’s Value Proposition Formula
Assessing Market Opportunities
Market Sizing: Waze’s Qualification Matrix
Picking the right Business Model
The Customer-Centric Approach
The Customer Discovery Journey: Lessons from Airbnb and Netflix
Waze’s Customer Segmentation Framework
The Product Adoption Curve
02
Entrepreneurship
8 modules
20 lessons
Adopting an entrepreneurial mindset is key to success at all stages of business. The module brings you insights into how the world’s most brilliant entrepreneurs spot ideas, find customers and scale businesses.
This module covers:

The Entrepreneurial Mindset
The Three Ingredients of a Business Idea
Building an Minimum Viable Product
Blue Ocean vs. Red Ocean Markets
Learning from Failure
Go-To Market Strategies
Picking the right Co-Founders
Competing with Giants: How Wikipedia beat Google
The Art of Pivoting
Bootstrapping vs. Raising Funds
Fighting Resistance: Lessons from Shazam.
03
Leadership
13 modules
15 lessons
Learn how to build strong team from those lead some of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs.
This module covers:

Setting stretch goals: the OKR Framework
The Sandboxing Framework
Aligning Missions, Goals and Results
Task Prioritization Techniques
Running Effective Meetings: Amazon’s Two Pizzas Rule
Understand and Combating the HIPPO Effect
Creating Time for Thinking: Lessons from Jeff Bezos and Eric Schmidt
Becoming a Heat Shield
Overcoming the Imposter Syndrome
The Anti-Complex Framework
04
Sales & Negotiation
9 modules
20 lessons
For entrepreneurs, mastering sales and negotiation techniques is essential. This module is designed to equip any entrepreneur with the tools to grow their business through sales.
This module covers:

Discovering the Buying Motives
The Trusted Adviser Posture
Risk Reversal
The Two Types of Questions
The Power of Attitude
Being Assertive vs. Patient
Using the Voice of Customers
Mastering the Pitch
Personal Brand Building
05
Business Operations
8 modules
20 lessons
How do Businesses actually run? It's all about the operations. In this module, you'll learn how to make the different pieces of the puzzle work together.
This module covers:
Processing Customer Feedback
Navigating through Crises: Lessons from Lime
Forging Business Partnerships
The Rules of Expansion
Organic vs. Inorganic Growth
Community Building: Wikipedia’s Playbook
Defining Company Values
The Friction Reduction Framework
Building a Premium Brand
Authentic Branding
06
Management
5 modules
20 lessons
This module explores key management concepts and techniques to help entrepreneurs move their company forward.
This module covers:
The Science Behind Motivation
Making Hard Decisions
Mentorship & Sponsorship
The Massive Transformative Purpose
Alignment: Lessons from YouTube
Combating the Halo Effect
Hiring and Onboarding Principles
Diversity and Inclusion
Bonuses and Promotions
The Rules of Professional Success
07
Financial Accounting
5 modules
20 lessons
No business education is complete without a robust knowledge of Financial Accounting. In this module, you’ll learn to interpret and manage financial information, a crucial skill for making informed business decisions.
This module covers:
Financial vs. Managerial Accounting
The Accounting Equation
The Three Financial Statements
Understanding the Income Statement
Assessing Company Health
Breaking Down Liabilities
Cash Inflows and Outflows
Financial Ratios

The Faculty

Learn from the best

Renaud Visage

Founder of Eventbrite

Gabriela Hersham

Founder of Huckletree

Jeffrey Gitomer

Best-selling sales author

Uri Levine

Founder of Waze

Jimmy Wales

Founder of Wikipedia

Chris Barton

Founder of Shazam

Rend Stephan

Managing Director at BCG

Steve Chen

Founder of Youtube

Kelly Richmond Pope

Best-Selling Finance Author

Ann Hiatt

First Chief of Staff at Google

Caen Contee

Founding Team at Lime

Morin Oluwole

Ex-Director at Meta

Renaud Visage

Founder of Eventbrite

Gabriela Hersham

Founder of Huckletree

Jeffrey Gitomer

Best-selling sales author

Uri Levine

Founder of Waze

Jimmy Wales

Founder of Wikipedia

Chris Barton

Founder of Shazam

Rend Stephan

Managing Director at BCG

Steve Chen

Founder of Youtube

What's included

All your resources in one place

Video Classes

Premium video lessons from world-class founders and executives.

Downloadable Handbooks

Complement the online experience with downloadable handbooks.

Certificate

Earn a LinkedIn certificate upon completion.

Interactive Case Studies

Apply your knowledge with real-world case studies from the world's best startups.

Founders Community

Join a vibrant community of entrepreneurs through online and real-world networking events.

1:1 Support

Benefit from personalized entrepreneurship advice and support through office hours.

Pricing

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The Augment MBA

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$1750

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100+ Classes
40 hours of Content
Office Hours
LinkedIn Certificate
Downloadable PDFs
Interactive Case Studies
Lifetime Access
Community Platform & Events
15-Day Money-Back Guarantee

A new kind of business education

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$1750 tuition with payment plan options
Anywhere, anytime, on any device
15-day money-back guarantee
2-6 month commitment
Taught by recognized founders
Constantly updated curriculum
No admission requirements

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Payment Plans

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Payment plans are available at no added cost - pay upfront or in 5 installments.

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Entrepreneurs Community

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Tuition

$2,450

Learning Format

Anywhere, Anytime

Course Access

Lifetime

Curriculum

Constantly updated

Taught by

Recognized Founders

Refund Policy

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Our Mission

We're Challenging the Traditional MBA Education System

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the entry requirements?
We care more about your drive than your past studies or job experience. Primarily, we look at your motivation and willingness to apply the knowledge in your daily life. There’s no need to have a co-founder or a business idea to apply either.
I work full-time, is this program for me?
Yes, most of our students work full-time. We designed Augment to be completely online and self-paced. Our program works around your busy schedule, with most students making a 20-40-minute daily commitment.
How long does the program take to complete?
The Augment MBA is self-paced, so completion times vary. Most students take between 4 and 6 months to finish the program.
An MBA for $2,450? What’s the catch?
Our independence from traditional academic institutions and accreditation bodies means we have much more flexibility than traditional MBA programs. Our mission is to make premium business education accessible by making it as affordable as possible.
Does Augment offer financial aid?
Augment offers financial aid to highly motivated individuals who lack the financial resources to access our program. Ask your admissions advisor to learn more or write us at: admissions@augment.org.
Is Augment more than just video lessons?
Yes. About one-third of our program consists of video lectures. There is also written text , visualizations, case studies, interactive quizzes, downloadable handbooks, events, and more.
Is the Augment MBA accredited?
No, and we have no intention of seeking accreditation. An accredited Master’s Degree comes with many constraints and expenses — that’s what we’re working against. Instead, we provide graduates with the Augment MBA certificate, signed by Chris Barton, the Founder of Shazam.
Can I get a refund if I’m not satisfied?
Yes. All students are eligible for a full refund within 15 days of enrollment - no questions asked.
Does Augment offer networking opportunities?
Yes! By enrolling in our program, you’ll join a vibrant global community of ambitious entrepreneurs. The community consists of an in-house platform, a LinkedIn group, as well as weekly virtual and in-person events.

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