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The University of Notre Dame's ESTEEM program (Engineering, Science, and Technology Entrepreneurship Excellence) enables science and engineering graduates to earn a Master of Science degree in just one year. This intensive program bridges technical expertise with business acumen, empowering students to transform innovations into viable commercial enterprises. Rather than merely studying entrepreneurship, ESTEEM students actively engage in it through hands-on learning, real-world commercialization projects, and mentorship from industry leaders. The rigorous 11-month curriculum prepares graduates to excel in leadership roles where technology meets business, whether launching startups, driving corporate innovation, or leading high-performing teams. Students emerge with enhanced technical capabilities and entrepreneurial mindset, ready to thrive in today's evolving economic landscape through immersive coursework, practical commercialization projects, and exceptional experiential learning opportunities.