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ENT302Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Feasibilities and Business Planning

This course introduces the fundamental aspects of feasibility study and business planning. It covers sources of information and data generation for feasibility studies, business description, location analysis, and technical analysis. The course also explores market analysis, marketing strategies, business plan implementation, financial analysis, and financing plans. Students will learn to prepare business proposals, conduct cash flow analysis, and apply traditional investment appraisal methods, culminating in economic appraisal and project evaluation.

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221h
Study Time
13
Weeks
17h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Feasibility StudyBusiness PlanningMarket AnalysisFinancial AnalysisInvestment Appraisal

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
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Feasibility Studies

2

Business Proposals

3

Market Analysis

4

Technical Analysis

5

Financial Planning

6

Marketing Strategies

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

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Entrepreneur

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Business Analyst

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Project Manager

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Management Consultant

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Loan Officer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)ManufacturingRetailService IndustriesFinancial Institutions

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

1.5h

Unit 1: Sources of Information for Feasibility Studies

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Understand the meaning and importance of feasibility studies.
  • •Identify and discuss various sources of information for feasibility studies.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
2

Module 1:

1.5h

Unit 2: Generating Data for Feasibility Studies

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Discuss the information needed for a feasibility study.
  • •Explain the information required for marketing, operations, and finance.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
3

Module 1:

1.5h

Unit 3: Business Description

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Explain the meaning of a business description.
  • •Describe a business venture and its essential components.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
4

Module 1:

1.5h

Unit 4: Location or Siting of Business

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Explain the essence of location in business.
  • •Discuss the considerations in location of business.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
5

Module 2:

1.5h

Unit 5: Management and Production

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Discuss the production plan and marketing plan.
  • •Explain the venture plan and risk mitigating plan.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
6

Module 2:

1.5h

Unit 6: Technical Analysis

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 6: Discuss determinants of optimum location.
  • •Explain the determination of optimum size.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
7

Module 2:

1.5h

Unit 7: Defining Management Team for Operation

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 7: Explain developing the management team.
  • •Discuss building a successful organization.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
8

Module 2:

1.5h

Unit 8: Market Analysis and Marketing Plan

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 8: Discuss the market analysis and research.
  • •Explain the marketing plan and its characteristics.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1 and 2.
Week
9

Module 3:

1.5h

Unit 9: Defining Marketing Strategies

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 9: Explain marketing strategies and action plans.
  • •Discuss areas of distinction in product and pricing.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
10

Module 3:

1.5h

Unit 10: Business Plan Implementation

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 10: Outline the essential areas of a business plan.
  • •Explain the implementation of a business plan.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
11

Module 3:

1.5h

Unit 11: Financial Analysis

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 11: Explain and prepare an operating and capital budget.
  • •Discuss and prepare pro forma income statements.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
12

Module 3:

1.5h

Unit 12: Financing Plan

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 12: Explain the implications of securing funds from varied sources.
  • •Discuss internal and external sources of funds.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.
Week
13

Module 3:

1.5h

Unit 13: Preparing Business Proposals

1.5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 13: Explain the meaning of a business proposal.
  • •Discuss the scope and value of the business proposal.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercise 1, 2, and 3.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all module objectives and ensure you can explain each concept clearly.

2

Create a detailed outline of each unit, focusing on key definitions and processes.

3

Practice financial calculations from Units 11-13 weekly to reinforce understanding.

4

Develop case studies applying feasibility study concepts from Modules 1-2 to real-world scenarios.

5

Form a study group to discuss and clarify challenging units like Technical Analysis (Unit 6).

6

Allocate specific time slots for focused revision of each module in the weeks leading up to the exam.

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