Courses offered in Fall 2009
ENTR 208E-commerce in Entrepreneurship
This course provides a basic technical introduction to build "virtual" Internet-based businesses in creating opportunities and marketing plans. It investigates some different facets of electronic commerce and pertinent basic technologies to develop strategies.
Instructor: Barb Heller
Credits: 1
Offered: Spring2009
Date/Time: 6:00p-8:00p on Thursdays (Jan 15-Feb 19)
Required course for: Entrepreneurship Certificate
DDN: Yes
ENTR 236Innovation & Creativity
Students will learn about the variables that stimulate and inhibit creativity and innovation in individuals, teams, and organizations. Strong emphasis is placed on thinking outside of the structured environment while dealing with real applications. Students will learn the process of generating ideas that lead to innovative outcomes.
Instructor: Dr. Larry Swain
Credits: 3
Offered: Spring2009
Date/Time: 4:00pm-5:15pm on Mondays & Wednesdays
Required course for: Entrepreneurial Studies Major,Entrepreneurial Studies Major- Social Entrepreneurship Specialization,Entrepreneurial Studies Major-Technology Management Specialization
DDN: No
ENTR 302International & Global Marketing in Entrepreneurship
This course will examine opportunities, risk, and reward involved in marketing products and services in the global market as compared to the domestic market as well as an analysis of business types that have the potential for success outside the United States.
Instructor: Dr. Larry Swain
Credits: 1
Offered: Spring2009
Date/Time: 6:00p-8:00p on Wednesdays (Jan 21-Feb 25)
Required course for: Entrepreneurship Certificate
DDN: Yes
ENTR 306The Harvest in Entrepreneurship
This course will include discussion and analysis of various methods for harvesting a business including succession planning, licensing, franchising, and when to sell a business.
Instructor: Dr. Larry Swain
Credits: 1
Offered: Spring2009
Date/Time: 6:00p-8:00p on Wednesdays(Mar 18-Apr 22)
Required course for: Entrepreneurship Certificate
DDN: Yes
ENTR 320Principles and Practices of Social Entrepreneurship
Students will understand principles and practices of social entrepreneurship and be introduced to perspectives and endeavors of thought leaders and entrepreneurs who address social needs through various organizations. Students will identify issues and assess needs for social improvement in a local, national, and global perspective by defining the social good and assessing the role of market forces, philanthropy, and government to create sustained positive social value.
Instructor: Connie Swain
Credits: 3
Offered: Spring2009
Date/Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm on Mondays
Required course for: Entrepreneurial Studies Major- Social Entrepreneurship Specialization
DDN: No
ENTR 438/538Entrepreneurship II
This course focuses on the process of screening an opportunity, drafting a personal entrepreneurial strategy, and understanding the business plan writing process. Building the entrepreneurial team and the acquisition and management of financial resources are emphasized along with venture growth, harvest strategies, and valuation. Crosslisted with BADM 438/538
Instructor: Dr. Larry Swain
Credits: 3
Offered: Spring2009
Date/Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm on Tuesdays
Required course for: Entrepreneurial Studies Major,Entrepreneurial Studies Major- Social Entrepreneurship Specialization,Entrepreneurial Studies Major-Technology Management Specialization,Entrepreneurial Studies Minor
DDN: No