• Upon successful completion of the course, students

• grasp both practical and theoretical aspects of entrepreneurism trends and design thinking.
• describe, compare, and examine business model frameworks, including sustainable business models.
• critically discuss content from textbooks, academic articles, and practical case studies.
• enhance problem-solving and critical thinking via case analysis and assignments.
• analyze various real-world examples of entrepreneurial actions.
• evaluate different business models using diverse data and information sources.
• showcase creativity in the design-thinking component.
• present and reflect on business models and entrepreneurial actions.
• craft and present a comprehensive business plan.
• improve verbal and non-verbal presentation skills, such as business pitches.
• understand cultural nuances in international entrepreneurism.
• collaborate and manage conflicts within teams.
• reflect on personal values and working style through assignments.
• critically examine personal views on business ethics and social & sustainable entrepreneurship.
• adapt to different learning approaches and self-assess entrepreneurial competences.

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Entrepreneurship

• Entrepreneurial thinking
• Trends in entrepreneurship
• Role of entrepreneurism in driving innovation
• Dynamics of establishing and expanding entrepreneurial ventures
• Business model innovation
• International entrepreneurial financing methods
• Creation and presentation of business ideas and plans

• The importance of adaptability and innovation in entrepreneurship

• Emphasis on creativity and ideation
• Understaning and comprehension of Design Thinking processes
• Cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset and wellbeing

• Digitalization: reflect on how digitalization impacts entrepreneurial actions
• Internationalization: examine global entrepreneurial trends, especially in international financing
• Sustainability: consider sustainability aspects related to entrepreneurism

Finette, P./Arcuni, P. (2016): The Daily Heretic: Daily Therapeutics for Entrepreneurs (2016). CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Saratoga, CA: Powerup Publishing.

Honorè, W./Collins, W. (eds.) (2013): The Slow Fix. Lasting Solutions in a Fast-Moving World. William Collins Eds.

Martinez, A. G. (2016): Chaos Monkeys: Obscene Fortune and Random Failure in Silicon Valley. Harper Collins Eds.

Osterwalder, A./Pigneur, Y. (2010): Business Model Generation: A Handbook for Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers. New Jersey, USA: Wiley Publishing.

Ries, E. (2011): The Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses. New York, NY: Crown Publishing Group.

Srasvathy S. (2008). Effectuation: Elements of Entrepreneurial Expertise. UK: Edward Elgar Publishing.

Group work, lectures, discussions, case studies, written reports, business pitch, and reflection

Integrative module examination

Continuous assessment type: class preparation and participation, self-Reflection assignments, group work assignments (including business case pitches)