International Entrepreneurship (721N1)
International Entrepreneurship
Module 721N1
Module details for 2011 cohort.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
The focus of this course is on the development and growth of new firms from establishment to the early stages of international development. Much of the core teaching in international business relates to the strategic decisions made by established large firms, but SMEs are increasingly engaged in both foreign trade and investment - as is evidenced by the phenomena of born-global firms, international new ventures, and rapidly internationalising firms. In this context, the links between entrepreneurship, innovation, and internationalisation are crucial.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, a successful student should be able to
1 Understand theories of entrepreneurship and internationalisation
2 Appreciate the processes of entrepreneurship, innovation and internationalisation in small firms
3 Evaluate the merits of alternative foreign market entry strategies for new firms
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 50.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group Project | Spring Week 10 | 100.00% |
| Unseen Examination | Summer Term | 50.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Term | LECTURE | 1 hour | 111111111100 |
| Spring Term | SEMINAR | 1 hour | 011111111000 |
| Spring Term | LECTURE | 2 hours | 011000000000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Shova Thapa Karki
Assess convenor
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/191592
Dr Mirela Xheneti
Assess convenor, Convenor
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/281039
Dr Monica Masucci
Convenor, Assess convenor
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/283461
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