Professional Practices and Entrepreneurship in Information Technology

• • Introduction to entrepreneurship and the role of entrepreneurship and problem solving in business.
  • Learn Model Canvas.
  • Cost structures, revenue streams, financing start ups and exit strategies.
  • Ethics and I.T, decision making and conflict management.
  • Communication and intercultural communication, CVs and interviews.

Others

Past La Trobe University students who have previously completed MGT2BCO (Business Communications), CSE3PE (Professional Environment), or CSE5PE (Professional Environment) are ineligible to enrol in this subject.

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Entrepreneurship is an essential element of today’s society. This subject will outline the basic principles of Entrepreneurship. It will examine the steps required in developing an idea into a business and will explore the tools and necessary insights to make a successful venture. You will interpret and employ theory to case studies. Guest speakers will present and discuss start-up issues, pitfalls, and the ingredients for success. You will also develop professional skills related to ethical and moral decision making and evaluate the social implications of their work and the broader global context.

• A reflective piece on entrepreneurship (equivalent to 500 words) (5%)
• Business Pitch Presentation (25 mins per group, equivalent to 400 words per student) (15%)
• Employment preparation task (equivalent to 1200 words) Resume and Cover letter, Interview questions. (20%)
• Business case study analysis: developing a lean canvas (equivalent to 600 words per student) Group – max. 5 students. (20%)
• Reflective piece on ethics (equivalent to 500 words) (10%)
• 60 minutes end-of-semester online assessment (equivalent to 1000 words) Individual, 20 multiple choice questions & 2 case studies. (30%)

Current study term: 26 Feb 23 to 26 May 23

Next study term: 30 Jul 23 to 27 Oct 23