Module Information

Module Identifier
MMM5200
Module Title
SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Academic Year
2012/2013
Co-ordinator
Semester
Intended for use in future years

Course Delivery

Delivery Type Delivery length / details
Lecture 2 hours per week
Seminars / Tutorials 1 hour per week
 

Assessment

Assessment Type Assessment length / details Proportion
Semester Assessment 1 x group 25%; 1 x individual 25% 2500 words  50%
Semester Exam 2 Hours   50%
Supplementary Exam 2 Hours   100%

Learning Outcomes

The objectives of the module include the following:

  • understand the role of enterprise in the context of the individual and the small business
  • be aware of the skills necessary that are essential in order to create a viable enterprise.

Aims

The module will include the management of small businesses from start-up, growth and expansion. Characteristics of the entrepreneur, how to get started, raising finance and other issues will be discussed and analysed.


Notes

This module is at CQFW Level 7