With a dynamically changing environment filled with uncertainty, opportunity exists to design or re-design small businesses. This course examines innovative models of value creation for students who are planning to be entrepreneurs or professional advisors to the small-business sector. Students will learn the theoretical concepts and application of start-ups, as well as how to manage and reduce the uncertainties that can impact a start-up. Entrepreneurs and recent research in this field of study will help students understand the opportunity in the 21st century for social entrepreneurship, social networking, business creation, and new theories in entrepreneurship.
With a dynamically changing environment filled with uncertainty, opportunity exists to design or re-design small businesses. This course examines innovative models of value creation for students who are planning to be entrepreneurs or professional advisors to the small-business sector. Students will learn the theoretical concepts and application of start-ups, as well as how to manage and reduce the uncertainties that can impact a start-up. Entrepreneurs and recent research in this field of study will help students understand the opportunity in the 21st century for social entrepreneurship, social networking, business creation, and new theories in entrepreneurship.