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My First Million

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Build a physical university focused on modern media and marketing skills

Entrepreneurs with capital and connections who see gaps in traditional education

2-5 years

What Success Looks Like

Accredited for-profit university with physical campus teaching video production, content creation, modern marketing stack to hundreds of students annually

Steps to Execute

1

Identify existing college campus for purchase

2

Recruit experienced dean/CEO to run operations

3

Develop curriculum around modern media/marketing stack

4

Secure accreditation

5

Partner with major creators for credibility

6

Launch with inaugural class

Checklist

Campus location identified and negotiated
Educational leadership team hired
Curriculum developed and approved
Accreditation process initiated
Creator partnerships established
Funding secured
Student recruitment pipeline built

Inputs Needed

  • Significant capital for campus purchase
  • Connections to education professionals
  • Relationships with major creators
  • Understanding of accreditation requirements
  • Team to handle logistics and operations

Outputs

  • Graduates skilled in modern content creation
  • Revenue from tuition
  • Industry partnerships
  • Potential franchise model
  • Influence in creator education space

Example

“Purchase small liberal arts college in financial distress, rebrand as 'Creator University,' hire MrBeast as advisory board member, offer 2-year programs in content creation, video production, and digital marketing”