Market speed, valuation, planning, ethics and strategy will all be examined. Various e-business models will be explored. This course explores the issues surrounding family entrepreneurial ventures. It concentrates on the exploration of family succession and generational issues that are unique to business started by run by families. This course examines how firms and universities can commercialize new technology and ideas.
Research shows that the majority of new business ventures fail.
This course examines the reasons for failure by exploring the theory and practice of management in entrepreneurship. Attention will be given to leadership, motivation, planning and organizing. Students will gain understanding of common hurdles and problems encountered in entrepreneurship and will develop understanding of the tools necessary to overcome them. One of the most important skills an entrepreneur needs is the ability to write a good business plan for their new venture. A business plan communicates direction, focuses decision-making, and is the ticket of admission to the investment process.