Course Details in 2021/22 Session

Module Title	LH Small Business and Entrepreneurship
School	Birmingham Business School
Department	Management
Module Code	07 31697
Module Lead
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
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Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
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Description	The aim of this module is to provide a solid conceptual and analytical understanding of small business and entrepreneurship. Lectures and small group teaching will allow students to discuss and critically evaluate key theories and understandings of small businesses and entrepreneurial firms.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module, students should be able to: demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the differences between small and large businesses in terms of uncertainty, employment, innovation. explain the different conceptual approaches and models that underlie entrepreneurial processes and outcomes; critically analyse empirical data and key readings; critically evaluate evidence and identify its strategic implications for small business and entrepreneurship practice.
Assessment	31697-01 : Individual written assignment 1000 words : Coursework (40%) 31697-02 : Oral presentation : Presentation (10%) 31697-03 : Assessment: 2 hour examination : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Seen (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 2 hour examination (50%) ; Individual written assignment, 1,000 words (40%) ; Oral presentation, (10%) Reassessment: N/A
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