ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN I.T.
CSE5ENT
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
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.
Faculty: Faculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Eric Pardede
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 5 - Masters
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: N/A
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Selected reading materials will be provided during the lectures. | Prescribed | N/A | N/A |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Eric Pardede
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 32 - 40
One 2.0 hours workshop per week from week 32 to week 40 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Business Plan group assignment (equivalent to 3000 words) plus 10 minutes pitch presentation | 30 | |
| Group presentation (30 minutes) | 20 | |
| Opportunity Journal (equivalent to 800 words) | 10 | |
| one 2-hour examination | Hurdle requirement: In order to pass the unit, students must obtain an overall pass grade, pass the examination and pass the overall non-examination components. | 40 |