Study information

Technology Entrepreneurship - 2024 entry

MODULE TITLETechnology Entrepreneurship CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODEENG2014 MODULE CONVENERDr Dong Wang (Coordinator)
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 11
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) 20
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

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.

 

AIMS - intentions of the module
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.
 
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)
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-V3).
 
This module contributes to learning outcomes: D1p, D1m, D2p, D2m, D4p, D4m, D7m, D8m, ET2p, ET2m, ET5p, ET5m, ET6p, ET6m, ET7m, D3p, D3m, D5p, D5m, ET3p, ET3m, ET4p, ET4m, D6p, D6m, G1p, G1m, G2p, G2m, G3p, G3m, G4p, G4m, EP9p, EP1p, EP1m, EP11m.
 
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
 
ILO #1:  Develop an understanding of entrepreneurial strategy, marketing, and finance in pursuit of an opportunity
 
ILO #2: Learn how to differentiate between an idea and a viable opportunity to create and grow a high-impact business or enterprise
 
Discipline specific skills and knowledge
 
ILO #3: Appreciate that entrepreneurship is a mindset that values creativity, innovation, ethics, and leadership 
 
ILO #4: Examine the importance of entrepreneurial ecosystems and innovation clusters to healthy society and economies
 
Personal and key transferable skills and knowledge
 
ILO #5: Practice essential skills for team formation and success
 
SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module
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
LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 19 Guided Independent Study 131 Placement / Study Abroad
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
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

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
Form of Assessment % of credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method

 

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 100 Written Exams 0 Practical Exams
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of Assessment % of Credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Coursework - group project: business plan 40 20 hours 1; 3-4 Written Feedback
Coursework - individual report 40 10 hours 1-3; 5 Written Feedback
Group Presentation 20 10 minutes pitching All Verbal Feedback

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Original Form of Assessment Form of Re-assessment ILOs Re-assessed Time Scale for Re-assessment
Coursework - group project: business plan Coursework – executive summary of business plan (individual) All Completed over summer with a deadline in August
Coursework – individual report Coursework – individual report All Completed over summer with a deadline in August

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

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%.

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener
UK Government notes Write a business plan, UK Government, https://www.gov.uk/write-business-plan
 
Friend, G, and Zehle, S Guide to business planning, Profile Books Ltd 2008 978-1846681226
 
UK Government notes Intellectual property and your work, UK Government https://www.gov.uk/intellectual-property-an-overview
 
Deakins, D and Freel, B Entrepreneurship and small firms, 6th edition McGraw-Hill Education 2012 978-0077136451
 
Byers, T, Dorf, R, and Nelson, A Technology ventures from idea to enterprise, 3rd edition McGraw-Hill Education 2010 978-0073380186
 
Ries, E The lean startup, Portfolio Penguin 2011 978-0670921607
 
Bessant, J and Tidd, J Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 3rd Edition Wiley 2015 978-1118993095
 

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE 7.5
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES None
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 5 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Thursday 21st March 2024 LAST REVISION DATE Friday 18th October 2024
KEY WORDS SEARCH Technology Entrepreneurship, Innovation

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