BUSM 3025 Incubator 5: Operational Aspects of Entrepreneurship
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 301170
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Description Operations encompasses essential components that enable a business to function effectively. This includes strategy, marketing, personnel and finance and the identification of opportunities for innovation. In this subject, students review case studies that explore business operations, enhancing their ability to comprehend the planning needed for entrepreneurs to conduct operations effectively. An integral component involves students developing a business plan with a focus on the operational aspects of new ventures or business concept. The subject is relevant for careers in entrepreneurship, consulting and management.
School Computer, Data & Math Sciences
Discipline Business Management
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
1. Analyse the resource requirements for a business including financial, human, physical and intellectual requirements.
2. Examine the dynamic nature of operations and role of innovation in strategic planning.
3. Demonstrate strategic thinking in developing a credible business plan.
4. Apply communication and collaboration skills to complete tasks in a timely and ethical manner.
5. Reflect on professional actions and capabilities in relation to entrepreneurship, innovation and operations.
Subject Content
1. The role of operations for launching a new venture or startup
2. Operational strategy and planning
3. Marketing strategy
4. Financial, human, physical and intellectual resourcing
5. Identifying and managing opportunities for innovation
Special Requirements
Essential equipment
Laptop
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task | Mandatory |
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Portfolio | 2 x Essays 600-700 words (per Essay) plus a video 7 minutes | 30 | N | Individual | N |
Report | 2,000 words | 40 | N | Group | N |
Viva Voce | 10 minutes | 30 | N | Individual | N |
Teaching Periods
Spring (2024)
Parramatta City - Macquarie St
Hybrid
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Spring (2025)
Parramatta City - Macquarie St
Hybrid
Subject Contact Anton Bogdanovych Opens in new window