The purpose of this subject is to outline the basic principles of Entrepreneurship. It will examine the steps required in developing an idea into a business, and will explore the tools and necessary insights in order to make a successful venture. The subject will involve theory, case studies and guest … For more content click the Read more button below.
The purpose of this subject is to outline the basic principles of Entrepreneurship. It will examine the steps required in developing an idea into a business, and will explore the tools and necessary insights in order to make a successful venture. The subject will involve theory, case studies and guest speakers on start-up issues, pitfalls and ingredients for success. Topics include: Introduction to I.T. Entrepreneurship; opportunity recognition; identification of business models; entrepreneurial marketing, writing a business plan, financing entrepreneurial ventures; legal and IP issues; and entrepreneurial growth.
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.
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Subject instances
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Learning resources
Prescribed - Book - Technology Entrepreneurship: Taking Innovation to the Marketplace
Title:Technology Entrepreneurship: Taking Innovation to the Marketplace
Resource requirement:Prescribed
Author/editor:Thomas N. Duening, Robert A. Hisrich, Michael A. Lechter
Year:2014
Edition/volume:2nd Edition
Publisher:ACADEMIC PRESS
Prescribed - Book - The Startup Owner''s Manual: The Step-by-Step Guide for Building a Great Company
Title:The Startup Owner''s Manual: The Step-by-Step Guide for Building a Great Company
Resource requirement:Prescribed
Author/editor:Steve Blank and Bob Dorf
Year:2014
Publisher:K&S Ranch
Prescribed - Book - Entrepreneurship
Title:Entrepreneurship
Resource requirement:Prescribed
Author/editor:Andrew Zacharakis, William D. Bygrave
Year:2016
Publisher:Wiley
Career ready
Work based learning (placement):No
Subject intended learning outcomes
On successful completion you will be able to:
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Explain the process for developing an entrepreneurial venture.
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Analyse various types of resources to finance an entrepreneurial venture.
3.
Analyse the legal and IP issues that can be encountered during entrepreneurial process.
4.
Write, articulate and present a business plan that will be ready for venture capitalist review.