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COURSE OUTLINE ACADEMIC YEAR 2016/2017

Course Title: Entrepreneurship Capstone

Course Schedule Credit Class

BME 5503 LEC 3 45
Code: Type Code: Value: Hours:
Entrepreneurial Enterprise - Pre- Co-
Programs: None None
Postgraduate Certificate requisite(s): requisite(s):

Prerequisite for:

Restrictions:

Approved By: Cheryl Mitchell

Dean/Associate Dean: Peter Madott

Signature: Date: July 31, 2016

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Course Description

In this course students will integrate and refine concepts, approaches and plans developed in
previous and concurrent courses in the development of a comprehensive business plan for their
proposed new enterprise. Plan requirements include: assessments of market attractiveness,
internal capabilities and external risks; an evaluation of available business strategies, including
alternative start-up methods; development of appropriate mission, vision, goals and business
objectives; and detailed strategies and tactics for the major functional areas of any business -
marketing, operations, finance, human resources and leadership.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Develop an appropriate vision, mission, goals, objectives and organizational culture for
their new enterprise.
2. Analyze and assess the external environment of their new enterprise.
3. Analyze and assess the internal resources required for their new enterprise.
4. Use S.W.O.T., P.E.S.T, Porters Five Forces and other models to establish the
foundation of a robust business strategy and competitive posture.
5. Develop practical and effective marketing, operations, human resources, leadership and
financial strategic plans and tactics for their new business.
6. Apply appropriate models and techniques gained from previous and concurrent courses
to develop plans to monitor and evaluate the performance of their new enterprise.
7. Develop a comprehensive business plan for a new business enterprise, written in clear,
concise and plain English using proper grammar and spelling, and appropriate
spreadsheets and graphics, to obtain financial backing.

Essential Employability Skills

Essential Employability Skills are transferable skills that provide the foundation for a students
academic, vocational, and personal success.

Y Communication Y Critical Thinking & Y Interpersonal

Problem Solving
Numeracy Y Information Management Y Personal

Learning Resources

Required Resources:

None

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Copyright

Copyright is the exclusive legal right given to a creator to reproduce, publish, sell or distribute
his/her work. All members of the Humber community are required to comply with Canadian
copyright law which governs the reproduction, use and distribution of copyrighted materials.
This means that the copying, use and distribution of copyright- protected materials, regardless
of format, is subject to certain limits and restrictions. For example, photocopying or scanning an
entire textbook is not allowed, nor is distributing a scanned book.
See the Humber Libraries website (http://library.humber.ca) for additional information regarding
copyright and for details on allowable limits.

Learning Delivery Format

Classes will take the form of lectures, discussions, and in-class assignments.

Course Content

UNIT TOPIC(S) ASSESSMENTS RESOURCES

Business Plan Putting it all together Business Plan
What are business plans
used for?
Business Pitch Why are pitches Business Pitch Centre for
important? What are Entrepreneurship
pitches used for?
Funding Presentation Go-fund me campaign. Assignment Library
Ad Centre

Feasibility Study Focus Groups Assignment Centre for

Entrepreneurship /
Community

Pop-up Shop Putting it all together Assignment

Please note: this course schedule may change as resources and circumstances require.

Student Evaluations

Type of Assessment %

Business Plan 25

Business Pitch 20

Go Funding Campaign / Focus Group 20

Pop-up Shop Presentation 20

Self-Evaluation Reflection 15
100%

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Course Specific Policies and Expectations

Students must achieve a minimum weighted average of 50% on the midterm and final exams to
pass this course.

All sections of the course must be completed by due dates to achieve a final grade. There is a
strong emphasis on independent learning and group work. If in-class assignments/work is
missed there will be no make-up tests allowed.

Degree Students

In addition to meeting all program specific course and credit requirements, students must have
a Cumulative Program Grade Point Average (CPGPA) of 65 in order to be eligible for
graduation.

Diploma/Post-Graduate Students

In addition to meeting all program specific course and credit requirements, students must have
a Cumulative Program Grade Point Average (CPGPA) of 60 in order to be eligible for
graduation.

Policies and Procedures

It is the students responsibility to be aware of the College Academic Regulations which can be
found on the following website: http://www.humber.ca/admissions/how-apply/academic-
regulations

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is essentially honesty in all academic endeavours. Academic integrity

requires that students avoid all forms of academic misconduct or dishonesty, including
plagiarism, cheating on tests or exams or any misrepresentation of academic accomplishment.

Research Activity

Research activity carried out in this course is only for professional skills development as defined
by the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS).
This activity includes gathering information from humans by means of observation, surveys,
and/or interviews only as these activities relate to professional practice. The results or findings
of these activities will not be disseminated beyond the classroom.

Academic Concern/Appeals

If a student has questions or concerns regarding a grade on an assignment or test, the student
should discuss the matter with the faculty member. The Program Co-ordinator and/or the
Associate Dean may be asked to assist if the faculty member and student are unable to resolve
issues. For additional information please refer to Section 13 of Colleges Academic Complaint
and Appeal Policy at the web site identified above.

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Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR)

Course credits may be granted in recognition of prior learning, and that Application for
Consideration is made through the Office of the Registrar at http://www.humber.ca/transfer
options

Accessible Learning Services

Humber strives to create a welcoming environment for all students where equity, diversity and
inclusion are paramount. Accessible Learning Services facilitates equal access for students with
disabilities by coordinating academic accommodations and services. Staff in Accessible
Learning Services are available by appointment to assess specific needs, provide referrals and
arrange appropriate accommodations. If you require academic accommodations, contact:

Accessible Learning Services: http://www.humber.ca/student-life/swac/accessible-learning

North Campus: (416) 675-6622 X5090

Lakeshore Campus: (416) 675-6622 X3331

Disclaimer

While every effort is made by the professor/faculty to cover all material listed in the outline, the
order, content, and/or evaluation may change in the event of special circumstances (e.g. time
constraints due to inclement weather, sickness, college closure, technology/equipment
problems or changes, etc.).

It is the students responsibility to retain course outlines for possible future use in support of
applications for transfer credit to other educational institutions.

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