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Course Description
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Course Name
New Venture Creation
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Host University
The American College of Greece
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Location
Athens, Greece
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Area of Study
Management
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
MG 2003 Management Principles or MG 3034 Managing People and Organizations
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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US Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
DESCRIPTION:
New venture formation and entrepreneurship. Contemporary methods and best practices for the entrepreneur to plan, launch, and operate a new venture. Creation of a business plan.RATIONALE:
The new venture is a vital component of the free enterprise system, providing much needed innovation, competition and employment. It is furthermore particularly relevant to the Greek business environment, where the small business sector is especially large. This course provides an important contextual basis for all business majors. Entrepreneurship is a career option chosen by many of our students, and the course provides techniques, models and skills which are essential to the successful creation of a new business. By taking a holistic view of the new venture creation process, the course also offers students the opportunity to synthesise knowledge and skills drawn from a wide range of functional business areas.LEARNING OUTCOMES:
As a result of taking this course, the student should be able to:
1. Analyze the key issues related to new venture creation. (analysis)
2. Analyze the milestones and related challenges in developing a new venture. (analysis)
3. Create a business plan. (synthesis)
4. Demonstrate effective teamwork and presentation skills. (application)METHOD OF TEACHING AND LEARNING:
In congruence with the teaching and learning strategy of the College, the following tools are used:
• Classes consist of: lectures, case studies, experiential exercises, and inclass discussion of related material.
• Office Hours: Students are encouraged to make full use of the office hours of their instructor in order to consult and discuss issues related to the course content.
• Use of the Blackboard learning platform: in order to enhance the teaching and learning process, instructors may use the site to post their announcements, upload related course material, lecture notes, assignment instructions and additional resources.