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ENT204Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Entrepreneurship and Change Management

This course explores entrepreneurship and change management concepts. It covers topics such as the psychological and socio-economic approaches to entrepreneurship, corporate outlook in Nigeria, transformational leadership, and quality management. Students will learn about teamwork, change models, and strategies for overcoming resistance to change. The course also examines the importance of a business plan for business growth and the role of innovation in a changing environment. It aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and lead effectively in dynamic business settings.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
EntrepreneurshipChange ManagementLeadershipQuality ImprovementBusiness Plan

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Entrepreneurship

2

Change Management

3

Transformational Leadership

4

Quality Management

5

Teamwork

6

Business Planning

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Business Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Entrepreneur

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Management Consultant

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Project Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Business Analyst

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Banking and FinanceManufacturingConsultingHealthcareTechnology

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 1: Introduction to entrepreneurship

3 study hours
  • •Read the unit introduction to understand the basic idea about entrepreneurship.
  • •Study the definitions and conceptual clarifications of entrepreneurship.
  • •Identify and understand the individual and ethno-cultural factors influencing entrepreneurship.
  • •Reflect on the impact of ethno-cultural factors on consumer behavior.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 2: Understanding the modern concept of entrepreneurship

3 study hours
  • •Review early references to the entrepreneur and compare earlier and modern scholars' descriptions.
  • •Evaluate the modern concept of entrepreneurship.
  • •Examine the essentials for successful entrepreneurs.
  • •Analyze the merits and challenges of entrepreneurship.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 3: Psychological Approach to Entrepreneurship

3 study hours
  • •Evaluate the personality traits of entrepreneurs.
  • •Discuss the characteristics that set entrepreneurs apart from others.
  • •Analyze the need for achievement and its impact on entrepreneurial behavior.
  • •Explain the two types of locus of control and their relevance to entrepreneurship.
Week
4

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 4: Socio-Economic Approach to Entrepreneurship

3 study hours
  • •Evaluate the key assumptions associated with the sociological approach to studying entrepreneurship.
  • •Discuss Max Weber's paradigm and his perspective on Protestant work ethics in relation to entrepreneurship.
  • •Analyze the behavioral patterns of entrepreneurs within the broader societal context.
  • •Explain the economic incentives necessary to promote and sustain entrepreneurial activities.
Week
5

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 5: Business Expansion and the Changing Role of the Entrepreneur

3 study hours
  • •Understand the challenges with business expansion.
  • •Analyze the changing role of the entrepreneur as the business grows.
  • •Identify alternative solutions to problems of business expansion.
  • •Evaluate the different reactions to business change by entrepreneurs.
Week
6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: Corporate outlook in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Analyze the nature of corporate outlook in Nigeria.
  • •Understand the causes of corporate failure.
  • •Evaluate preventive and curative measures to minimize corporate failures.
  • •Evaluate key areas of corporate failure.
Week
7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: Transformational leadership and organizational effectiveness

3 study hours
  • •Analyze reasons for transformational leadership in corporate growth.
  • •Explain the components of transformational leadership.
  • •Understand the guidelines for transformational leadership.
  • •Evaluate the approaches to organizational effectiveness.
Week
8

Module 2:

3h

Unit 3: Models of Effective Change

3 study hours
  • •Evaluate the basic elements in change management.
  • •Demonstrate the methods of analyzing change.
  • •Analyze the restraining or driving forces that will affect transition.
  • •Discuss some important models of change.
Week
9

Module 2:

3h

Unit 4: Entrepreneurship in a Changing Environment

3 study hours
  • •Understand the nature of changes in the marketplace.
  • •Analyze the meaning of outsourcing and its implications.
  • •Explain the gains of fragmentation in business.
  • •Analyze the role of modern technology in a dynamic environment.
  • •Discuss the competitive advantage of small businesses in a changing environment.
Week
10

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: Teamwork in a Dynamic Business Environment

3 study hours
  • •Explain the work-team idea and its importance in a dynamic business environment.
  • •Evaluate why firms are now turning to teams.
  • •Understand different types of teams and their functions.
  • •Discuss the stages of work team formation and their characteristics.
  • •Examine the team learning factors that contribute to team effectiveness.
Week
11

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2: Team Building in Business Set-Up

3 study hours
  • •Explain the meaning of team building and its objectives.
  • •Analyze the nature of the team-building cycle.
  • •Evaluate the characteristics of a well-functioning work team.
  • •Examine the guidelines for effective team member participation.
Week
12

Module 3:

6h

Unit 3: The Views of Quality Gurus

3 study hours
  • •Evaluate the concept of quality in greater depth.
  • •Analyze the views of quality gurus on quality management.
  • •Discuss the measures for solving quality crises.
  • •Evaluate Clus Moller's Human and Personal Quality concept.

Unit 4: Quality Improvement for Positive Change

3 study hours
  • •Examine the concept of quality concisely.
  • •Analyze quality from different perspectives.
  • •Evaluate the four major stages that quality evolved through.
  • •Discuss the concept of evolution in quality management.
Week
13

Module 4:

6h

Unit 1: Basic quality improvement tools and techniques

3 study hours
  • •Demonstrate the need for quality tools for the entrepreneur.
  • •Examine the relevance of a particular tool and technique in a given circumstance.
  • •Evaluate quality tools for practical application.
  • •Discuss the benefits and limits of quality tools and techniques.

Unit 2: Management of change

3 study hours
  • •Analyze the forces of change affecting organizations.
  • •Evaluate the types of change and their impact.
  • •Discuss ways of managing change effectively.
  • •Explain the external and internal origins of change.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all unit learning outcomes to ensure comprehensive understanding.

2

Create concept maps linking psychological, socio-economic, and economic factors influencing entrepreneurship (Modules 1-2).

3

Practice applying change management models (Lewin's, Thurley's) to case studies of organizational change (Module 2).

4

Compare and contrast the quality management philosophies of Deming, Juran, and Crosby (Module 3).

5

Master the application of basic quality improvement tools like flow charts, check sheets, and Pareto analysis (Module 4).

6

Develop a sample business plan, focusing on realistic financial projections and marketing strategies (Module 4).

7

Allocate study time proportionally based on the weight of each module in the final examination.

8

Form study groups to discuss complex concepts and share insights.

9

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions to identify areas needing further attention.

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