Managing Entrepreneurially
| Module title | Managing Entrepreneurially |
|---|---|
| Module code | BEP3061 |
| Academic year | 2024/5 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Module staff | Miss Hollie Kirk (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 40 |
|---|
Module description
This module is open to all students as an elective. It is also part of the With Proficiency In (WPI) Entrepreneurship pathway whereby through completing four modules in the series the student can opt in to be awarded With Proficiency in Entrepreneurship and to have it added to their final degree title (for further details: https://business-school.exeter.ac.uk/research/centres/entrepreneurship/studying/wpi/)
WPI is currently delivered on both the Streatham and Penryn campuses.
You will be introduced to the fundamentals of business in relation to entrepreneurial value creation. This module is about the core aspects of business including an overview of the impact that entrepreneurship has on the following subjects: accounting and finance, operations, business structures and types, talent management and marketing.
The module’s core component is delivered covering the fundamentals of entrepreneurial businesses. This is built on in a series of practical tutorials. This will enable students to develop an appreciation for the world of entrepreneurship.
This module is suitable for non-specialist students and intended for interdisciplinary pathways.
Module aims - intentions of the module
The aim of the module is to introduce you to the business fundamentals in relation to entrepreneurship in order for you to increase their ability in managing enterprise toward innovation. Further, this module is designed to reduce potential risk in entrepreneurial business endeavours through delivering a better understanding of business fundamentals.
The aim of the content is to introduce and build key business skills across accounting, finance, operations, business formation and structure, marketing and talent management. The tutorials will build from this content, covering both assignment areas formatively and give you the chance to explore the assessed medium.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. apply business analysis in the context of entrepreneurship;
- 2. discuss viable talent strategy for an entrepreneurial business;
- 3. identify, apply and critique the strategic operations management frameworks utilised by startups and entrepreneurial businesses;
- 4. assess risks emerging from decisions related to entrepreneurship;
- 5. compare and contrast various marketing strategies for startups and entrepreneurial businesses.
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 6. critically evaluate how entrepreneurs may guide individuals through periods of organisational change.
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 7. present an overview of the business essentials for an entrepreneurial business, such as finance and marketing approach.
Syllabus plan
Online content will run simultaneously with the tutorial/lecture-based content.
The module will cover the following topics from the perspective of entrepreneurship: accounting and finance, operations, business structures and types, talent management and marketing. Utilising cases and contemporary business examples, the module will explore the essential business areas that help entrepreneurs create, grow, and manage businesses. The online content will introduce each topic and the tutorials will cover the application of each of these topics.
Internationalisation:
Global challenges and organisational approaches to tackle them will be demonstrated using a diverse set of contexts.
External Engagement:
Contribution by our Student Startup team, Grad Startup community, and Entrepreneur Fellows will allow students to meet and network with the innovation ecosystem.
Employability:
By honing effectuation, students will have the ability to create value within an organisation or through self-efficacy create their own venture.
Sustainability:
By understanding global challenges, participants are equipped to manage entrepreneurial businesses towards mitigating against the associated risks.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 26 | 124 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 16 | Online Lectures |
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 10 | Tutorials |
| Guided independent study | 40 | Preparing for tutorials |
| Guided Independent Study | 84 | Out-of-class entrepreneurship practice exercises derived from lectures and tutorials, preparation for formative and summative assessments |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial discussions and exercises | In class | 1-7 | Verbal |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Analysis Video | 70 | 5-7 minute video | 1-7 | Written feedback |
| Individual reflective blog | 30 | 750 words | 2-7 | Written feedback |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Analysis Report (70%) | 2,500 Word Report | 1-7 | Referral/deferral period |
| Individual reflective blog (30%) | Individual reflective blog 750 words | 2-7 | Referral/deferral period |
Re-assessment notes
Deferral – if you miss an assessment for certificated reasons judged acceptable by the Mitigation Committee, you will normally be either deferred in the assessment or an extension may be granted. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.
Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e., a final overall module mark of less than 40%) you will be required to submit a further assessment as necessary. If you are successful on referral, your overall module mark will be capped at 40%.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
- Hisrich, R.D. (2017). Effective Entrepreneurial Management: Strategy, Planning, Risk Management, and Organisation. Cham: Springer
- Mullins, L.J. (2016). Management and Organisational Behaviour. Upper Saddle River, Pearson
- Contemporary sources such as Harvard Business Review e.g. https://hbr.org/topic/entrepreneurial-management and Sloan Review: https://sloanreview.mit.edu/
| Credit value | 15 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 7.5 |
| Module pre-requisites | None |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 6 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 15/08/2023 |
| Last revision date | 19/03/2024 |
