Module aims:
1. To provide you with intermediate and advanced conceptual and practical learning in entrepreneurship and innovation in different specialist sectors.
2. To develop an independent research and online collaborative skills necessary to engage in enterprise and innovation practices in new and existing organisations through a mix of study activities and self-selected experiential projects participants will
3. To encourage the student to do so by articulating how entrepreneurship and innovation can be used to satisfy individual goals, while contributing to solving societal problems in an ethical and sustainable manner.
Brief module description/summary:
This module provides an introduction to the core concepts, policy challenges and ethical issues in Sustainable Development. It is aimed at a wide range of learners and provides a grounding in sustainability ideas and issues that is self-contained but also prepares students for getting the best from the complementary strategies of making organisations sustainable
Module learning outcomes:
1. Develop a critical understanding on the definitions of sustainability and its impact on creating long term competitive advantages for organisations
2. Critically evaluate roles and responsibilities of sustainable strategic managers and how to apply tools of strategic business management to problems of sustainability.
3.Negotiate, influence, and agree roles and rewards within founder teams in entrepreneurial and business settings, doing so in a legitimate ethical manner.
4.Develop attributes and capabilities for business success in a complex and changing environment
Overview of learning and teaching activities on the module:
A variety of teaching approaches is used, including lectures, seminars, case analysis, teamwork and extensive use of electronic resources for guided research.
Equipment you need to bring to class: N/A
Assessments:
The module is assessed via a business report and a case study to allow students to demonstrate the understanding on the relevant models of sustainability and the analysis of the key factors impact on the development of sustainable organizations.
Module aims:
1. To provide you with intermediate and advanced conceptual and practical learning in entrepreneurship and innovation in different specialist sectors.
2. To develop an independent research and online collaborative skills necessary to engage in enterprise and innovation practices in new and existing organisations through a mix of study activities and self-selected experiential projects participants will
3. To encourage the student to do so by articulating how entrepreneurship and innovation can be used to satisfy individual goals, while contributing to solving societal problems in an ethical and sustainable manner.
Brief module description/summary:
This module provides an introduction to the core concepts, policy challenges and ethical issues in Sustainable Development. It is aimed at a wide range of learners and provides a grounding in sustainability ideas and issues that is self-contained but also prepares students for getting the best from the complementary strategies of making organisations sustainable
Module learning outcomes:
1. Develop a critical understanding on the definitions of sustainability and its impact on creating long term competitive advantages for organisations
2. Critically evaluate roles and responsibilities of sustainable strategic managers and how to apply tools of strategic business management to problems of sustainability.
3.Negotiate, influence, and agree roles and rewards within founder teams in entrepreneurial and business settings, doing so in a legitimate ethical manner.
4.Develop attributes and capabilities for business success in a complex and changing environment
Overview of learning and teaching activities on the module:
A variety of teaching approaches is used, including lectures, seminars, case analysis, teamwork and extensive use of electronic resources for guided research.
Equipment you need to bring to class: N/A
Assessments:
The module is assessed via a business report and a case study to allow students to demonstrate the understanding on the relevant models of sustainability and the analysis of the key factors impact on the development of sustainable organizations.
This handbook should be read in conjunction with other sources:
- Student Course Handbook: for course academic information applying to all modules
- Current Student Webpages: for generic student experience information
Assessment brief/s:
Assessment 1
Individual Report (50%)
In this assignment, you will explore the connection between sustainability and strategic business management, focusing on its role in enhancing an organisation’s competitive advantage. Additionally, you will investigate the dynamics of founder teams in entrepreneurial and business contexts, with particular attention to roles, rewards, and ethical considerations.
Drawing on relevant studies and models, critically evaluate how firms can create and implement sustainability strategies and initiatives that enhance an organisation`s long-term competitive advantages. Support your analysis with real-world examples of organisations that have effectively leveraged sustainability for competitive gain.
Analyse the roles and responsibilities of sustainable strategic managers within organisations. How do these roles differ from those in traditional strategic management positions?
Discuss the dynamics of founder teams in entrepreneurial and business settings. What are the typical roles and responsibilities within these teams? Examine the process of negotiation and influence within founder teams when determining roles and rewards.
(LO1 and LO4)
ASSESSMENT 2
CASE STUDY ANALYSIS (50%)
This assignment evaluates your capacity to strategise, resolve issues, and employ compelling communication techniques. It assesses your proficiency in applying concepts of strategy, entrepreneurship and innovation, problem-solving, and persuasive communication within a dynamic commercial environment. Please follow the submission guidelines carefully and ensure your work demonstrates academic rigour and thorough research.
You are tasked with analysing the following case study and completing the exercises below:
VALUE-BASED ENTREPRENEURSHIP: OPALINE’S BUBBLES
Exercise 1
Drawing from relevant entrepreneurship and innovation literature, such as Sarasvathy`s research on causation and effectuation (2008), scrutinise the case study and identify specific entrepreneurial and innovation-related challenges or hurdles faced by the organisation. Discuss the importance of these issues and why they necessitate attention within the sustainability context (1000 words).(LO2)
Exercise 2
Formulate a problem-solving approach to address the challenges identified in Exercise 1. Provide a critical examination of the steps, methodologies, and frameworks you will employ to effectively tackle these issues.
(1000 words) (LO3)
