EED001 Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset
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| Unit code: | EED001 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $2,040 |
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| Domestic tuition unit fee | $3,024 |
| International unit fee | $4,176 |
Unit Outline: College 1 2024, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | EED001 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | MGB161 |
| Coordinator: | Javier Rojas | j.rojas@qut.edu.au |
Overview
In the first part of your Diploma you will explore the various dimensions of the “entrepreneurial mindset” and reflect on aspects that resonate with you. You will develop the practice of self-reflection and develop a plan to grow and develop your entrepreneurial identity into the future.
You will explore questions such as what is an entrepreneur? Am I entrepreneurial? What does a successful entrepreneur look like? What does entrepreneurship mean to me? Using a range of self-assessment tools this unit will help you explore and consider what being an entrepreneur means to you, what kind of entrepreneur you aspire to be and where your journey may take you.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Critically reflect on what is meant by entrepreneurship and your role as an entrepreneur in the practice of identifying opportunities for value creation
- Describe the characteristics, attributes and behaviours of individuals who are entrepreneurially minded
- Describe the importance of practicing entrepreneurship in a socially responsible manner incorporating differing perspectives on the meaning of value.
- Reflect upon and evaluate data received from a variety of sources and tools in order to understand your own entrepreneurial mindset
- Demonstrate the capability to prepare a self-development and personal change plan aimed at developing your entrepreneurial mindset and self-identity as an entrepreneur
Content
- The role and identity of the entrepreneur
- Entrepreneurial mindsets and entrepreneurial self-efficacy
- Entrepreneurial mindsets and their relationship to creativity and innovation
- Indigenous perspectives on entrepreneurship
- Socially responsible entrepreneurship practice
- Entrepreneurship vs Intraprenuership
-The entrepreneurial toolkit
- Entrepreneurial orientation / self analysis
- Dimensions of the entrepreneurial mindset (1)
- Dimensions of the entrepreneurial mindset (2)
- The importance of failure
Learning Approaches
This unit takes a blended approach to learning and teaching. You will be provided with both eContent and timetabled activities such as workshops and tutorials. eContent will be clearly identified on your Canvas site for you to engage with on a weekly basis before your classes. eContent could include videos, readings, self-reflection and/or peer activities designed to enhance your learning experience. During the timetabled activities, the unit coordinator and/or your tutor will further explain content and you will be provided with opportunities to explore this content in a collaborative learning environment. After your weekly classes, you should continue to engage with unit resources to ensure you consolidate your understanding of unit content. Teaching team members will also be available for one-on-one consultations to assist you with your learning journey.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, individual consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists, rubrics, written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
The assessment you will undertake in this unit will help you explore and unpack the key elements of the entrepreneurial mindset and how they relate to you. You be given the opportunity to think about what kind of entrepreneur you would like to be and importantly, you will set out a plan that you will help you achieve this.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Entrepreneurial mindset report
You will self-assess your current entrepreneurial profile, skills, abilities and aspirations and write a report that relates your findings to selected aspects of the entrepreneurial mindset.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Entrepreneurial mindset SWOT poster and presentation
You will undertake a SWOT analysis regarding your key entrepreneurial strengths and weaknesses and consider how these relate to developing a strong entrepreneurial mindset. You will create a digital poster that describes your analysis and present it to the class.
The late submission period does not apply and no assignment extensions are available.
Assessment: Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan
For this assessment task you will create a self-development plan that incorporates what you have learnt about yourself and your entrepreneurial aspirations throughout the course of this unit. You will be required to make specific reference to the manner in which you will look to enact positive change in a socially and ethically aligned manner.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Weekly resources will be made available on the unit Canvas site.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the ordinary risks associated with this unit. You should, however, familiarise yourself with evacuation procedures operating in the buildings in which you attend classes and take the time to view the Emergency video.
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.EE18 Diploma in Entrepreneurship
- Demonstrate and apply an integrated knowledge of entrepreneurial approaches, practices and technologies to effectively identify and develop new entrepreneurial opportunities, establish new ventures or intrapreneurial initiatives.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO5, Entrepreneurial mindset report, Entrepreneurial mindset SWOT poster and presentation, Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan - Explore and critically evaluate the potential value of entrepreneurial opportunities through the capture, analysis and critical evaluation of data and practical insight.
Relates to: ULO4, Entrepreneurial mindset report, Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan - Use information literacy skills to communicate effectively and professionally in all forms including digital media to a range of diverse stakeholders.
Relates to: ULO5, Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan - Exercise independent judgement, personal responsibility, initiative and self-reflection in the application of entrepreneurial knowledge for decision making in the pursuit of entrepreneurial opportunities.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO4, ULO5, Entrepreneurial mindset report, Entrepreneurial mindset SWOT poster and presentation, Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan - Demonstrate and apply knowledge from an ethical, global and socially responsible perspective in the context of exploring entrepreneurial opportunities or establishing new ventures.
Relates to: ULO3, Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan
Unit Outline: College 2 2024, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | EED001 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | MGB161 |
| Coordinator: | Javier Rojas | j.rojas@qut.edu.au |
Overview
In the first part of your Diploma you will explore the various dimensions of the “entrepreneurial mindset” and reflect on aspects that resonate with you. You will develop the practice of self-reflection and develop a plan to grow and develop your entrepreneurial identity into the future.
You will explore questions such as what is an entrepreneur? Am I entrepreneurial? What does a successful entrepreneur look like? What does entrepreneurship mean to me? Using a range of self-assessment tools this unit will help you explore and consider what being an entrepreneur means to you, what kind of entrepreneur you aspire to be and where your journey may take you.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Critically reflect on what is meant by entrepreneurship and your role as an entrepreneur in the practice of identifying opportunities for value creation
- Describe the characteristics, attributes and behaviours of individuals who are entrepreneurially minded
- Describe the importance of practicing entrepreneurship in a socially responsible manner incorporating differing perspectives on the meaning of value.
- Reflect upon and evaluate data received from a variety of sources and tools in order to understand your own entrepreneurial mindset
- Demonstrate the capability to prepare a self-development and personal change plan aimed at developing your entrepreneurial mindset and self-identity as an entrepreneur
Content
- The role and identity of the entrepreneur
- Entrepreneurial mindsets and entrepreneurial self-efficacy
- Entrepreneurial mindsets and their relationship to creativity and innovation
- Indigenous perspectives on entrepreneurship
- Socially responsible entrepreneurship practice
- Entrepreneurship vs Intraprenuership
-The entrepreneurial toolkit
- Entrepreneurial orientation / self analysis
- Dimensions of the entrepreneurial mindset (1)
- Dimensions of the entrepreneurial mindset (2)
- The importance of failure
Learning Approaches
This unit takes a blended approach to learning and teaching. You will be provided with both eContent and timetabled activities such as workshops and tutorials. eContent will be clearly identified on your Canvas site for you to engage with on a weekly basis before your classes. eContent could include videos, readings, self-reflection and/or peer activities designed to enhance your learning experience. During the timetabled activities, the unit coordinator and/or your tutor will further explain content and you will be provided with opportunities to explore this content in a collaborative learning environment. After your weekly classes, you should continue to engage with unit resources to ensure you consolidate your understanding of unit content. Teaching team members will also be available for one-on-one consultations to assist you with your learning journey.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, individual consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists, rubrics, written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
The assessment you will undertake in this unit will help you explore and unpack the key elements of the entrepreneurial mindset and how they relate to you. You be given the opportunity to think about what kind of entrepreneur you would like to be and importantly, you will set out a plan that you will help you achieve this.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Entrepreneurial mindset report
You will self-assess your current entrepreneurial profile, skills, abilities and aspirations and write a report that relates your findings to selected aspects of the entrepreneurial mindset.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Entrepreneurial mindset SWOT poster and presentation
You will undertake a SWOT analysis regarding your key entrepreneurial strengths and weaknesses and consider how these relate to developing a strong entrepreneurial mindset. You will create a digital poster that describes your analysis and present it to the class.
The late submission period does not apply and no assignment extensions are available.
Assessment: Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan
For this assessment task you will create a self-development plan that incorporates what you have learnt about yourself and your entrepreneurial aspirations throughout the course of this unit. You will be required to make specific reference to the manner in which you will look to enact positive change in a socially and ethically aligned manner.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Weekly resources will be made available on the unit Canvas site.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the ordinary risks associated with this unit. You should, however, familiarise yourself with evacuation procedures operating in the buildings in which you attend classes and take the time to view the Emergency video.
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.EE18 Diploma in Entrepreneurship
- Demonstrate and apply an integrated knowledge of entrepreneurial approaches, practices and technologies to effectively identify and develop new entrepreneurial opportunities, establish new ventures or intrapreneurial initiatives.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO5, Entrepreneurial mindset report, Entrepreneurial mindset SWOT poster and presentation, Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan - Explore and critically evaluate the potential value of entrepreneurial opportunities through the capture, analysis and critical evaluation of data and practical insight.
Relates to: ULO4, Entrepreneurial mindset report, Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan - Use information literacy skills to communicate effectively and professionally in all forms including digital media to a range of diverse stakeholders.
Relates to: ULO5, Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan - Exercise independent judgement, personal responsibility, initiative and self-reflection in the application of entrepreneurial knowledge for decision making in the pursuit of entrepreneurial opportunities.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, ULO4, ULO5, Entrepreneurial mindset report, Entrepreneurial mindset SWOT poster and presentation, Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan - Demonstrate and apply knowledge from an ethical, global and socially responsible perspective in the context of exploring entrepreneurial opportunities or establishing new ventures.
Relates to: ULO3, Entrepreneurial Identity Self-Development Plan