Use the Tab and Up, Down arrow keys to select menu items.
This is a six week Block Course run in Term 3, and is designed for those interested in the theory and practice which underpins turning an innovative product or service into a business venture. The main focus of this course is developing students understanding of how entrepreneurs engage in the new venture creation process. The course lectures explore issues such as: the nature of entrepreneurship, the processes and practices behind business startups, and the theories underpinning small business development and growth. Workshops will give students the opportunity to work in teams on a new venture idea. Please note, workshop participation in this course is mandatory.
The objectives of the course are:1. Gain a general understanding of entrepreneurship and small business theory in a global context.2. Gain a deep understanding of the nature of innovation in new venture creation.3. Develop a compelling value proposition for targeted customers/users.4. Demonstrate the ability to work in teams in developing a new venture plan.5. Demonstrate an ability to work in teams to deliver a presentation of a new venture proposal to a targeted audience.
Any 60 points
INOV201
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Daniel Gameti
The ‘45% rule’ will apply to this course. That is, any student who does not reach 45% in the test will fail the course. Guidelines for the Use of AI in CourseworkThe use of AI may or may not be permitted in courses. Within a course, permission may vary by assignment. It is the responsibility of the student to inform themselves about assessment conditions and submit work that is their own and that properly acknowledges the work of other people and tools, including generative artificial intelligence tools.It is important to familiarise yourself with the UC Misconduct Procedure Guide for Students. Examples of academic misconduct include, but are not limited to:Where a student uses a generative artificial intelligence (AI) tool for an assessment in a manner that is not expressly permitted or fails to acknowledge the use of a generative AI tool as instructed.Assessment in Te Reo MāoriIn recognising that Te Reo Māori is an official language of New Zealand, the University provides for students who may wish to use Te Reo Māori in their assessment. If you intend to submit your work in Te Reo Māori you are required to do the following:Read the Assessment in Te Reo Māori Policy and ensure that you meet the conditions set out in the policy. This includes, but is not limited to, informing the Course Coordinator 1) no later than 10 working days after the commencement of the course that you wish to use Te Reo Māori and 2) at least 15 working days before each assessment due date that you wish to use Te Reo Māori.
Domestic fee $1,003.00
International fee $4,538.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Management, Marketing and Tourism .