Course Objectives

After successful completion of the course, the student will:

• have gained the experience to start, operate and wind-up a business
• be able to develop and implement a business idea
• be capable of writing and presenting a business plan
• be able carry out market-oriented problem-solving in practice
• be able to conduct market research, marketing and sales
• be able to develop budgets and apply financial management practices

Course Description

• Development of business ideas and preparation of business plans
• Organization and registration of a student enterprise
• Planning, start-up, operation and winding up a student enterprise
• Work plan drafted according to guidelines described by Young Enterprise (YE)
• Intensive group work with the support of supervisor and mentor
• Theme seminars
• Exhibitions and competitions

Learning Methods

Students will work in organized groups. Each group will be assigned a supervisor, but must provide mentoring and auditors according to YE’s guidelines. Lectures will be given on selected topics. Mandatory stages will take the form of submitted work, presentations and theme seminars. The theme seminars, exhibitions and competitions will help groups work in an innovative environment so that they will be inspired to do their best.

Assessment Methods

Group assessment based on the following:

• Work progress, fulfilment of mandatory stages, submission of assignments
• Business plan with registration and winding-up documents
• Participation in fairs and competitions

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean