Technology Entrepreneurship - 2024 entry
MODULE TITLE | Technology Entrepreneurship | CREDIT VALUE | 15 |
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MODULE CODE | ENG2014 | MODULE CONVENER | Dr Dong Wang (Coordinator) |
DURATION: TERM | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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DURATION: WEEKS | 11 |
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) | 20 |
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How does the entrepreneurship process enable the creation and growth of high-impact enterprises? Why does entrepreneurship leadership matter even in a large organization? What are the differences between just an idea and true opportunity? How do entrepreneurs form teams and gather the resources necessary to create a successful start-up? Mentor-guided projects focus on analysing students' ideas, case studies allow for examining the nuances of innovation, research examines the entrepreneurial process, and expert guests allow for networking with Silicon Valley's world-class entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. For undergraduates of all majors with interest in start-ups the leverage breakthrough information, energy, medical and consumer technologies.
The aims of this module are to:
- To introduce students to the field of entrepreneurship
- To examine the role entrepreneurship plays in modern economies.
- To analyse the different types of activity contained within the definition, and the main theoretical and analytical approaches used to understand the concept.
- To consider entrepreneurial innovation at different stages of a business, from start-up to more mature firms.
- To enable students to assess their own entrepreneurial tendencies.
- To enable students to test their theories in a mini research project.
This is a constituent module of one or more degree programmes which are accredited by a professional engineering institution under licence from the Engineering Council. The learning outcomes for this module have been mapped to the output standards required for an accredited programme, as listed in the current version of the Engineering Council’s ‘Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes’ document (AHEP-V4).
A full list of the referenced outcomes is provided online: http://intranet.exeter.ac.uk/emps/studentinfo/subjects/engineering/accreditation/The AHEP document can be viewed in full on the Engineering Council’s website, at http://www.engc.org.uk
On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:
Module specific skills and knowledge
1. Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems (C&M 4)
2. Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards (C&M 5)
Disciple specific skills and knowledge
3. Adopt an inclusive approach to engineering practice and recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion (C&M 11)
4. Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management, and relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights (C&M 15)
Personal and key transferable skills and knowledge
5. Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences, evaluating the effectiveness of the methods used (C&M 17)
The module will be focused on the following aspects:
- How does the entrepreneurship process enable the creation and growth of high-impact enterprises?
- Why does entrepreneurial leadership matter even in a large organization or a non-profit venture?
- What are the differences between just an idea and true opportunity?
- How do entrepreneurs form teams and gather the resources necessary to create a successful startup?
Key frameworks and models:
1: Introduction.
2: Creativity and innovation.
3: From Idea to Opportunity.
4: Values and Principles in technology entrepreneurship.
5: Intellectual property and technology venturing.
6: Venture financing.
7: Team dynamics.
8: Organisational development.
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities | 19 | Guided Independent Study | 131 | Placement / Study Abroad |
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Category | Hours of study time | Description |
Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 9 | Lectures |
Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 10 | Tutorials & Workshops |
Independent study | 131 | Research, development, innovation, multimedia |
Not applicable.
Coursework | 100 | Written Exams | 0 | Practical Exams |
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Form of Assessment | % of Credit | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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Coursework - group project: business plan | 40 | 20 hours | All | Written |
Coursework - individual report | 40 | 10 hours | C&M 4, 5 & 15 | Written |
Group Presentation | 20 | 10 minutes pitching | All | Verbal |
Original Form of Assessment | Form of Re-assessment | ILOs Re-assessed | Time Scale for Re-assessment |
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Coursework - group project: business plan | Coursework – executive summary of business plan (individual) (20 hours, 40%) | All | Referral/deferral period |
Coursework – individual report | Coursework – individual report (10 hours, 40%) | All | Referral/deferral period |
Group Presentation | Individual presentation (10 mins slide deck presentation, 20%) | All | Referral/deferral period |
Referral/deferral period |
Reassessment will be by coursework in the failed or deferred element only. For deferred candidates, the module mark will be uncapped. For referred candidates, the module mark will be capped at 40%.
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener
Reading list for this module:
CREDIT VALUE | 15 | ECTS VALUE | 7.5 |
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PRE-REQUISITE MODULES | None |
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CO-REQUISITE MODULES | None |
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) | 5 | AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING | No |
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ORIGIN DATE | Thursday 21st March 2024 | LAST REVISION DATE | Wednesday 5th March 2025 |
KEY WORDS SEARCH | Technology Entrepreneurship, Innovation |
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Please note that all modules are subject to change, please get in touch if you have any questions about this module.