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MPR705 - Entrepreneurship (Residential)

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2021 unit information

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Last updated: 4 June 2021

Enrolment modes:

Not offered in 2021

Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value:0.125
Previously coded as:

MMR705

Unit Chair:Residential Intensive period 06: Heather Round
Prerequisite:

Nil

Corequisite:Nil
Incompatible with: Nil
Typical study commitment:

Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit.

In-person attendance requirements:

This unit requires students to attend six days of intensive study at Waurn Ponds Estate, Geelong.

2021 dates

Residential Intensive period 06:

  • Sunday 18 July 2021
  • Monday 19 July 2021
  • Tuesday 20 July 2021
  • Wednesday 21 July 2021
  • Thursday 22 July 2021
  • Friday 23 July 2021

 

Note:

Conference fees for residential intensive units are in addition to the tuition fee and vary depending on the type of accommodation chosen. For further information please visit the Intensive units webpage.

 

Content

The unit introduces participants to the concept and processes of entrepreneurial thinking within the context of small, medium and large organisations.  Students gain an understanding of how to launch a new concept through the development of a venture proposal into a venture plan.  In this way practical experience of the entrepreneurial process is gained.  The unit requires students to examine the skills that entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs need, in both small business and in larger organisations.  Participants are taught techniques and tools necessary for new venture development including launching innovative ideas within the context of existing businesses or markets, as well as being exposed to entrepreneurs who share their experience.

ULO These are the Learning Outcomes (ULO) for this unit. At the completion of this unit, successful students can: Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes
ULO1 Describe characteristics of the entrepreneurial mindset to an informed audience

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities

ULO2

Present a concise and compelling account of a new venture opportunity to a potential capital provider

GLO2: Communication

GLO4: Critical thinking

GLO5: Problem solving

ULO3

Evaluate one’s potential for an entrepreneurial career.

GLO6: Self-management

ULO4

Collaboratively, evaluate the potential of a new venture.

GLO4: Critical thinking

GLO5: Problem solving

GLO7: Teamwork

These Unit Learning Outcomes are applicable for all teaching periods throughout the year

Assessment

Assessment Description Student output Grading and weighting
(% total mark for unit)
Due date
Assessment 1 (Individual) - Presentation   20% Information not yet available
Assessment 2 (Group 4-5, two parts)
Part 2A: Presentation
Part 2B: Written Report
Part 2A: 20 minutes
Part 2B: 4000 words
Part 2A: 20%
Part 2B: 30%
Information not yet available
Assessment 3 (Individual) - Essay 3000 words 30% Information not yet available

The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.

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