Technology Entrepreneurship And Intellectual Property Rights
- Management Sciences
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 106 pages
- 14 units
This course introduces students to the core concepts of technological entrepreneurship. It explores knowledge management, intellectual property rights, and the development of technology incubation centers, particularly within the Nigerian context. Students will learn about SWOT analysis, features of technological entrepreneurship, and the role of technology in social and economic development. The course aims to equip students with the skills to develop innovative business ideas in the technology sector and understand the Nigerian entrepreneurial landscape.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 60 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of ENT415, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- MODULE 4: TECHNOLOGICAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN NIGERIA
- UNIT 2: TECHNOLOGICAL ENTREPRENEUSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND SMALL SCALE BUSINESS IN NIGERIA
- Unit 3: Framework for Technological Entrepreneurship Development
- Unit 4: Policy Requirements for Technological Entrepreneurship Development in Nigeria
- UNIT 5: TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS INCUBATORS
- Unit 6: Brief history of technology incubators in Nigeria
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
ENT415 · Unit 1: Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship and Technology: A Concise Definition.
You should use the prepared text for the course made available to you by NOUN. However, in your own interest, do not limit yourself to this study text. Make effort to read recommended texts to broaden your horizon on the course.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the concept of technological entrepreneurship and its key components.
- Apply SWOT analysis to assess entrepreneurial opportunities and challenges.
- Discuss the role of technology incubation centers in Nigeria.
- Analyze the policy requirements for technological entrepreneurship development.
- Evaluate the challenges and prospects of intellectual property rights in Nigeria.
What it prepares you for
- Technology Entrepreneur
- Business Development Manager
- Innovation Consultant
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- Technology Startups
- Software Development
- Telecommunications
- Renewable Energy
- E-commerce
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Theories of Entrepreneurship
Unit 1: Theories of entrepreneurship
The Biological Theory of Entrepreneurship requires understanding of psychological concepts and their application to business decision-making, including risk aversion and cognitive biases.
- Module 4: Technological Entrepreneurship in Nigeria
Unit 3: Framework for Technological Entrepreneurship Development
The framework for technological entrepreneurship development involves understanding complex interactions between innovation, policy, and institutional support, requiring critical analysis and synthesis.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 42 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction to Technological Entrepreneurship
Unit 1: Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship and Technology: A Concise Definition. · 2 hours
Define entrepreneurship and technology.. Explain the concept of technology entrepreneurship.. Discuss the dimensions of technological entrepreneurship..
Unit 2: Technological Entrepreneurship: Conceptual Meaning. · 2 hours
Explain the conceptual meaning of technological entrepreneurship.. Discuss the components of technological entrepreneurship.. Define technological entrepreneurship from the writer's perspective..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction to Technological Entrepreneurship
Unit 3: Dimensions of Technology Entrepreneurship · 2 hours
Identify and explain the dimensions of technology entrepreneurship.. Discuss the importance of awareness, search, and strategy..
Unit 4: Features Technological Entrepreneurship · 2 hours
Identify and explain the features of technological entrepreneurship.. Discuss high potential opportunities and technology-intensive opportunities..
- Week 3Module 1: Introduction to Technological Entrepreneurship
Unit 5: Role of Technological Entrepreneurship in Social and Economic Development · 3 hours
Explain the role of technological entrepreneurship in social and economic development.. Discuss the importance of technological innovation and patents..
- Week 4Module 2: Theories of Entrepreneurship
Unit 1: Theories of entrepreneurship · 3 hours
List and explain various theories of entrepreneurship.. Analyze the Innovation and Entrepreneurship theory of Schumpeter..
- Week 5Module 2: Theories of Entrepreneurship
Unit 1: Theories of entrepreneurship · 3 hours
Assess and critique various theories guiding the practice of entrepreneurship.. Compare and contrast the four theories discussed..
- Week 6Module 2: Theories of Entrepreneurship
Unit 1: Theories of entrepreneurship · 3 hours
Explain how theories discussed in this study are associated with technological entrepreneurship.. Analyze Kirzner's 'alert' entrepreneur theory..
- Week 7Module 3: SWOT Analysis and Entrepreneurship
Unit 1: SWOT: A BRIEF CONCEPTUAL ANALYSIS · 2 hours
List and explain the meaning of SWOT.. Discuss strengths and weaknesses in SWOT analysis..
Unit 2: Aims of SWOT analysis · 2 hours
Explain the aims of SWOT analysis.. Discuss how SWOT supports decision-making..
- Week 8Module 3: SWOT Analysis and Entrepreneurship
Unit 3: When to use SWOT? · 3 hours
Explain when to use SWOT analysis.. Discuss how SWOT can improve plans mid-course..
- Week 9Module 3: SWOT Analysis and Entrepreneurship
Unit 4: How to conduct SWOT Analysis? · 3 hours
Describe how to conduct SWOT analysis.. Analyze internal and external environments..
- Week 10Module 3: SWOT Analysis and Entrepreneurship
Unit 5: Demerits and Merits of SWOT analysis. · 3 hours
Discuss the demerits and merits of SWOT analysis.. Evaluate the effectiveness of SWOT in business..
- Week 11Module 4: Technological Entrepreneurship in Nigeria
Unit 1: Origin of entrepreneurship in Nigeria · 3 hours
Discuss the origin of entrepreneurship in Nigeria.. Explain the roles of traditional rulers and early entrepreneurs..
- Week 12Module 4: Technological Entrepreneurship in Nigeria
Unit 2: Technological Entrepreneurship Development and Small Scale Business in Nigeria · 3 hours
Explain technological entrepreneurship development in Nigeria.. Discuss the role of SMEs and government initiatives..
- Week 13Module 4: Technological Entrepreneurship in Nigeria
Unit 3: Framework for Technological Entrepreneurship Development · 3 hours
Vividly explain and critique the framework for technological entrepreneurship in Nigeria.. Discuss policy requirements for technological entrepreneurship development in Nigeria..
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking Units 1-5 technological entrepreneurship concepts.
- Practice SWOT analysis on sample business cases from Module 3 weekly.
- Review key government policies and initiatives from Module 4.
- Summarize the main theories of entrepreneurship from Module 2.
- Focus on understanding the challenges and prospects of intellectual property rights in Nigeria.
- Review all TMAs and assignments, focusing on feedback provided by the tutor.
- Allocate specific time slots for revision, ensuring all modules are covered adequately.
Questions students ask about this course
What is ENT415 about?
This course introduces students to the core concepts of technological entrepreneurship. It explores knowledge management, intellectual property rights, and the development of technology incubation centers, particularly within the Nigerian context. Students will learn about SWOT analysis, features of technological entrepreneurship, and the role of technology in social and economic development. The course aims to equip students with the skills to develop innovative business ideas in the technology sector and understand the Nigerian entrepreneurial landscape.
How many units does ENT415 have?
ENT415, Technology Entrepreneurship And Intellectual Property Rights, has 14 units across 4 modules, over 106 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is ENT415?
ENT415 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Management Sciences.
Is ENT415 hard?
ENT415 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does ENT415 take to study?
About 60 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.
How is ENT415 assessed?
ENT415 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with ENT415?
Technology Entrepreneur, Business Development Manager, Innovation Consultant, Project Manager and Business Analyst.