Course content

• Introduction to innovation and entrepreneurship, what is it and why it matters
• Business development and market orientation
• The MiT Disciplined Entrepreneurship method
• Introduction to entrepreneurship research

Learning outcome

Knowledge:

• Have knowledge of scholarly theories and practical methods in entrepreneurship

Skills:

• Be able to analyze theories and methods in the field of entrepreneurship.
• Be able to write and understand the functions of the various elements of the business plan.
• Be able to perform a simple literature review

General competence:

• Be able to analyse relevant academic and professional problems related to entrepreneurship.
• Be able to communicate extensive independent work and terminology from the academic field of entrepreneurship.

Learning methods and activities

The course consists of a combination of lectures and guest lectures, casework, presentations, literature review and discussions. Students work in groups related to a project. Portfolio Assignments: The portfolio consists of up to three assignments, and further details will be announced in the beginning of the semester, Participation at guest lectures, seminars and on company visits are mandatory.

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

As for the study programme.

Course materials

• Aulet, B. (2013), Disciplined Entrepreneurship, 24 steps to a successful startup ,Wiley
• Aulet, B. (2017), Disciplined Entrepreneurship, Workbook, Wiley
• Handouts