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Archived Version 2010 - 2011

Module Title E-Commerce and Entrepreneurship
Module Code EF571
School DCUBS

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Module Co-ordinatorMs Geraldine LavinOffice Number
Level 5 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Module Aims

The aim of this practical module is to provide students with the unique opportunity to learn and practice the skills and expertise involved in the successful commercialisation of new ICT technologies by developing a commercialisation plan for a product, process or service idea generated by university researchers.



Learning Outcomes

On completing this module participants will have:

  • Developed an integrated perspective of the process involved in the successful commercialisation of new ICT based products, processes and services.
  • Identified and appraised the role of universities, governments, firms and entrepreneurs in the innovation process.
  • Researched, tested and evaluated the commercialisation strategy for a new product, process or service in the ICT market.
  • Written, presented and defended a commercialisation plan for a new product, process or service in the ICT market.
  • Implemented the intellectual property rights procedures associated with the commercialisation of new technologies.
  • Enhanced team leadership, business planning, negotiation and problem solving skills in a high-technology product development environment.


Indicative Time Allowances
Hours
Lectures 24
Tutorials 8
Laboratories 0
Seminars 0
Independent Learning Time 43
Total 75
Placements
Assignments
NOTE
Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.

Indicative Syllabus
Assessment
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Indicative Reading List

 

Tidd. J., Bessant, J. and Pavitt, K. (2005) Managing Innovation 3rd Edition, John Wiley and Sons Ltd: .

Dollinger, M. J. (2003) Entrepreneurship: Strategies and Resources, Prentice Hall: .

Forfas (2006) Strategy for Science Technology and Innovation, Forfas: Dublin

Etzkowitz, H, Webster, A., Gebjardt, C. and Cantisano Terra, B.R. (2000) The Future of the University and the University of the Future: Evolution of ivory tower to entrepreneurial paradigm, Research Policy (29): 313- 330.

Moore, Geoffrey A. (1999) Crossing the Chasm, Marketing and Selling High-tech Products to Mainstream Customers, 2nd Edition, Harper Business: New York.

Kaplan, J. (1996) Start-Up: A Silicon ValleyAdventure, Penguin: .

 

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