From idea to businessLaajuus (10 cr)

Objective

You are able to understand the importance of entrepreneurship and venture to perceive entrepreneurship as a career opportunity.
You can observe, develop and evaluate new business opportunities in an innovative manner and consider the opportunities of digital operating environments in business.
You can apply your knowledge in an authentic business operating environment.
You can recognize and evaluate the development of your knowledge and skills as an entrepreneur.
You can start a business operation and test the functionality of a business idea in practice on the market.
You are able to work in a customer interface and in cooperation with stakeholders.
You can plan, develop and evaluate company operations.

Content

What issues are associated with early stage business ideation, establishment process and operation planning?
What are the support networks of a start-up company?
How are company finances planned and managed?
How can you assess and develop your own knowledge?
How is a business managed in practice?
How are products/services marketed and sold?

Qualifications

Basic studies included in the core competence studies are required.

Materials

Leadership and management 5 ECTS credits
Management and workplace skills 5 ECTS credits

Evaluation

Students can
a. use professional vocabulary systematically
b. look for information in the key information sources of the field
d. work together with customers, users and target groups
e. use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field