"...we need to improve access to financial resources early on ..."  Oh, I see.  Venture capital, right?

Here's what schools can teach their kids: 
1. How to approach the folks with the money they need.
2. How to sell their concepts
3. How to recognize existing opportunities (often seen as "problems" in Canada. Best to be avoided!)
4. How to anticipate trends and future opportunities. 

See my comment on the "gig economy."