MGMT 631 Entrepreneurism Introduction

1. MGMT 631 EntrepreneurismIntroduction • Information Sources • Syllabus • Canvas • Announcements • Email • Modules • Assignments • Calendar • Text • HBR Materials • Bibliography MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

2. Syllabus: Course Objectives • Identify the nature and value of an entrepreneurial business in the context of 21st century global conditions • Gain knowledge of the process of business planning • Leadership and its essential role in successful entrepreneurship MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

3. Syllabus: Learning Outcomes • Identify the value and significance of entrepreneurism in the 21st century business world. • Utilize the business plan process to develop a blueprint for startup businesses. • Identify the main drivers of small business success. MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

4. Canvas • Check Announcements • Canvas email • Review Materials on Modules by Class Session Date • Note Assignments and Course Calendar for due dates. • Submit assignments on Canvas MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

5. Course Information Sources • Text • Powerpoints posted on Canvas (Modules section) are summaries of chapters • Support material • E-text available MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

6. Course Information Sources • Case Studies/Articles • HBR MGMT 631 Coursepack • Access: See Canvas/syllabus for link • Review and be prepared to discuss in class according to the schedule MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

7. Written Semester Project • Business Plan for either an actual or projected organization. • Business Plan Model format as outlined in the text. Use Chapters as your guide. – or other format of your choosing • Length of the final written project is 15 pages, doublespaced. • Due on 8/23/16 MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

8. Written Project Evaluation • Clear exposition of key issues • Identification and description of opportunities and potential risks • Narrative • Recommendation of course of action (s) and support for each action. • Use of innovation and creativity MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

9. Continuous Semester Project • Each section of the plan (‘continuous project’) will be due at the end of each week of the class, according to the schedule on the syllabus • See Assignments section in Canvas • 20 maximum pts per plan section MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

10. Continuous ProjectBuilding Blocks • Topic Selection and Rationale • External Analysis and Mission Statement • Cash Flow and Financial Analysis • Legal and HR Strategies • Marketing Plan • Operations Plan and Harvest/Exit Plan MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

11. Semester Project Presentation • Each student will present a summary (presentation) of his/her business plan to the class • This presentation will feature powerpoints and a handout consisting of an outline of the presentation. • 15-20 minutes in length • Presentation date is final class on 8/23/16. MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

12. Semester Project PresentationEvaluation Criteria • Identification and description of key issues • Quality of recommendations and conclusions • Ability to answer relevant questions and challenges • Speaking skills, level of interest, audience engagement, and use of presentational aids MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

13. MidTerm/Final Exams • Short-answer essay • See Assignments for exams and Modules for articles • Due dates are 7/26 and 8/23 • Submit on Canvas MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

14. Class Participation • Preparation • Contribution • Innovation/Creativity • Leadership • Dialogue • Collaboration • Outcomes MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

15. A Word About Class Absences……… • Notify instructor • Review Chapter (s), Case Study, and Article • Write one-page summary (and recommendations) of assigned case • submit electronically prior to missed class session MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction