MGMT 631 Entrepreneurism Introduction Information Sources Syllabus Canvas Announcements Email Modules Assignments Calendar Text HBR Materials Bibliography MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction

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

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

MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction 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

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

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

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

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

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

Continuous Project Building 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

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

Semester Project Presentation Evaluation 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

MGMT 631 Summer 2016 Introduction 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

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

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