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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2011 - 2012
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Description To introduce students to key concepts in entrepreneurship and technological innovation Give students an understanding of the challenges involved in creating and working in a new venture. Provide students with basic skills in important aspects of business organization and management | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Assess commercial opportunities and develop appropriate business plans 2. Analyse the commercial potential of a technological innovation 3. Articulate and appraise the challenges of commercializing technology 4. Experience of a pilot-scale business planning 5. Plan for of the organizational, commercial, and financial components of a successful technology business | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities New Venture CreationIntroduction & The Technologist's PerspectiveEntrepreneurial Technologists - Your Role in the Process, Innovation & IdeasIdentifying a Commercial Opportunity & Market ResearchThe Elements of a Successful VentureDeveloping, Producing and Matketing a ProductProtecting your Intellectual PropertyPeople: Building the Business TeamFinancing: Your Research and the VentureBusiness PlanningInternational Markets & Growth | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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