Could I Become An Entrepreneur? (1 cr)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Content scheduling

According to plan which is given to students in the Moodle learning environment.

Location and time

Online, Moodle learning environment

Start in August-September 2025. The exact date will be announced closer to the start date for those enrolled in the course. The course will be delivered online, independently or in groups, as described above.

Materials

To be announced in the Moodle learning environment.

Teaching methods

Course description, structure and topics

1. Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Objectives and content of the course
Importance and opportunities of entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurial attitudes and thinking

2.
What is entrepreneurship?
Different forms of entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurial skills and competencies

3. Practical examples of entrepreneurship
Technology
Example: a start-up company developing innovative applications
Case study: success story of a technology company
Services sector
Example: A successful service business, such as a café or a consultancy service
Case study: a success story from the service sector
A business case for a service provider or a service centre
Example: small business selling handmade products online
Case study: a success story from a shop

4. Challenges and risks of entrepreneurship
General challenges of entrepreneurship
Managing and anticipating risks
Case study: overcoming challenges in different sectors

5. Entrepreneurship opportunities and success stories
Identifying opportunities
Innovation and creativity in entrepreneurship
Case study: the innovative enterprise

6. Reflection exercises and self-assessment
Reflection exercises during the course
Self-assessment: personal strengths and areas for development
Preparation for the Moodle diagnostic exam

7. Moodle diagnostic exam and end of course
Moodle diagnostic exam
Course summary and feedback

Employer connections

Not required.
Assignments to develop cooperation with working life are possible.

Exam schedules

To be announced separately in the Moodle learning environment

Completion alternatives

- Possibility of AHOT procedure (to be agreed separately with the teacher responsible for the course)

Student workload

1 credits = 27h. Lectures, Project work and exams.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

In English
Approved completion and evaluation of assignments and approved Moodle content (Exam) performance (min 50% correct out of maximum marks).

To complete the course, the following are required:
- Access to and familiarisation with the online learning material
- Completion of assignments (or equivalent online assignments)
- Independent study (based on the literature)
- Completion of an online exam/diagnostic automated test
Course evaluation:
Course assessment will be based on the following:
a. solo performance:
- Active participation and assignments (60%)
- Active participation and participation in the examination (40%)
b. in a group:
- Peer assessment and group work (20%)
- Active participation and assignments (60%)
- Involvement and participation (60%)