cse5ent entrepreneurship in i.t.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN I.T.
CSE5ENT
2020
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.
SchoolEngineering and Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorRajalakshmi Rajasekaran
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Available as ElectiveYes
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsCYB5ENT
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
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Learning resources
Entrepreneurship
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorAndrew Zacharakis, William D. Bygrave
Year2016
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PublisherWiley
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The Startup Owner's Manual: The Step-by-Step Guide for Building a Great Company
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorSteve Blank and Bob Dorf
Year2014
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherK&S Ranch
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Technology Entrepreneurship: Taking Innovation to the Marketplace
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorThomas N. Duening, Robert A. Hisrich, Michael A. Lechter
Year2014
Edition/Volume2nd Edition
PublisherACADEMIC PRESS
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRajalakshmi Rajasekaran
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Plan group assignment (equivalent to 3000 words) plus 10 minutes pitch presentation | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Group presentation (30 minutes) and Workshop Activities | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Opportunity Journal (equivalent to 800 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO5 |
| One 2-hour examination Hurdle Requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | N/A | N/A | Yes | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRajalakshmi Rajasekaran
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 32 - 40
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 32 to week 40 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Plan group assignment (equivalent to 3000 words) plus 10 minutes pitch presentation | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Group presentation (30 minutes) and Workshop Activities | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Opportunity Journal (equivalent to 800 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO5 |
| One 2-hour examination Hurdle Requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | N/A | N/A | Yes | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
Bendigo, 2020, LTU Term 4, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRajalakshmi Rajasekaran
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 35
Two 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 35 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 30 - 35
Two 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 35 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Plan group assignment (equivalent to 3000 words) plus 10 minutes pitch presentation | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Group presentation (30 minutes) and Workshop Activities | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Opportunity Journal (equivalent to 800 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO5 |
| One 2-hour examination Hurdle Requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | N/A | N/A | Yes | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, LTU Term 4, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRajalakshmi Rajasekaran
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 35
Two 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 35 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 30 - 35
Two 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 35 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Plan group assignment +20 minutes pitch presentation (equiv to 2500 words per student) 15% for business plan document and 15% for pitch presentation (5 minutes each student with an optimal group size of 4) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Group presentation (30 minutes) and Workshop Activities (equivalent to 800 words per students) 10% for workshop activities and 10% for group presentation (5 minutes each student with an optimal group size of 4) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Opportunity Journal (equivalent to 800 words) Two opportunity journals 5% each | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO5 |
| One 60 minutes online quiz (equivalent to 1000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| One 60 minute LMS open book test (equivalent to 1000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
Bendigo, 2020, LTU Term 6, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRajalakshmi Rajasekaran
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 45 - 50
Two 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 50 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 45 - 50
Two 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 50 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Plan group assignment (equivalent to 3000 words) plus 10 minutes pitch presentation | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Group presentation (30 minutes) and Workshop Activities | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Opportunity Journal (equivalent to 800 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO5 |
| One 2-hour examination Hurdle Requirement: To pass the subject, a pass in the examination is mandatory. | N/A | N/A | Yes | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, LTU Term 6, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRajalakshmi Rajasekaran
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 45 - 50
Two 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 50 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 45 - 50
Two 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 50 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Plan group assignment +20 minutes pitch presentation (equiv to 2500 words per student) 15% for business plan document and 15% for pitch presentation (5 minutes each student with an optimal group size of 4) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Group presentation (30 minutes) and Workshop Activities (equivalent to 800 words per students) 10% for workshop activities and 10% for group presentation (5 minutes each student with an optimal group size of 4) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| Opportunity Journal (equivalent to 800 words) Two opportunity journals 5% each | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO5 |
| One 60 minutes online quiz (equivalent to 1000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |
| One 60 minute LMS open book test (equivalent to 1000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO5 |