CDAE 166/195  11360

Entrepreneurship and Society

Introduction to Ag & Resource Entrepreneurs

             

Spring 2005, Lafayette 108

Tuesday, Thursday 12:30pm to 1:45pm

 

Instructor:       Dr. Chyi-lyi (Kathleen) Liang

                        Office: Department of Community Development and Applied Economics

                                    Morrill Hall       103 C

                        Phone: 656-0754         Emergency contact: Tina 656-2001 or Karla 656-0041

                        e-mail:

                        Office hours:     Wednesday      9am – 11am

                                                Thursday          2pm - 3pm      

                                                By appointment

 

Teaching Assistant   

                        Heidi Neil <Heidi.Neil@uvm.edu>

Shayne Bocash <sbocash@uvm.edu >

Whitney.Naumann@uvm.edu

 

 

 

Objectives:

 

The purpose of this course is to help students to learn more about yourself, your career ideas, and existing situations in our society related to entrepreneurial issues by engaging in reading, writing, discussion, and activities. The ultimate goal of the course is to bring a broader understanding of entrepreneurship into your heart in a safe, comfortable, and interactive learning environment.  Topics covered in this course include -


(1) Introduction to Entrepreneurship

(2) Importance of Entrepreneurship

(3) The Entrepreneurship Process and Theories

(4) Opportunities and Ideas

(5) Importance of Business Planning

(6) Issues and Diversity of Entrepreneurship in Real World

(7) Types of Entrepreneurial Ventures in Real World

(8) Make Your Own Dream Come True

 

At the end of the semester, students will be expected to

P                 develop critical thinking and understand the relationship between entrepreneurship, our society, and personal goals.


P                 gain knowledge about the variations in entrepreneurship theories and practices.

P                 identify decision-making strategies related to entrepreneurship and community development issues.

P                 know how to formulate analytical and entrepreneurial schemes in decision making and be able to apply the knowledge in the real life.

 

 

 

Course Textbook:      There is no required textbook for this course.  Students are required to take clear notes following the instructor’s lectures.  Reading materials will be assigned in each class and will be on reserve in the library.

 

Structure of the Class

 

Besides lectures, this course includes hands-on activities as well as interactive discussion which will enhance critical thinking and decision making skills. 

 

Students are encouraged to work in teams when taking this class.  Only specially designed assignments and activities can be turned in by teams with the following restrictions:

(1) you must follow the restrictions of the number of students in each team given different assignments and activities. 

(2) members in each team for any specific assignment or activity should indicate in all assignments to show equal contribution as well as willingness of sharing the identical grades.  Team members will receive identical grades only when this agreement is attached to all assignments (no grades will be assigned if this agreement is missing).

(3) each team should turn in your own assignments that are unique and different from other teams or individual.  For example, you may not have 3 or more people working on the same assignment, write down identical or similar answers, and split into two team work.  If any identical or similar answers are found in 2 or more assignments at the same time in any circumstances, every student in those assignments will receive a zero.

 

Purposes to recognize teamwork and team efforts include:

q                 exercise teamwork for real world challenges.

q                 improve communication skills, interactive learning opportunities, and self confidence.

q                 two heads are better than one!

 

There will be two types of teamwork in this course –

(1)               Small scale – specifically designed homework assignments, classroom activities (3-5 people in each team).

(2)               Large scale – dream idea simulation (6-8 people in each team).  More specifics will be available when we approach this subject in March.

 

Dr. Liang will help you to find team members given consideration of your majors, knowledge levels, and personality indicators.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grades: Grades in this course are based on class attendance, homework assignments, one midterm exam, one research project, and one final exam.

                       

                        (One missing class without legitimate excuses = 5 points deduction)

(Starting January 27, there will be 25 class periods in this semester.  You may miss two classes after January 27 without any excuses, and no points will be deducted.)

 

 

·        Midterm Exam                                                             Total 50 points

o       take home exam

o       cumulative

                                                                             

·        Final Exam (comprehensive, in class as assigned by the registrar’s office)

                                    Closed books, closed notes, allow formula sheets..............150 points

·        Make Your Dream Come True……………………………………………100 points

             

            Total Scores ....................................................................................500 points

 

Possible grade: A (90% +)   B (89% - 80%)   C (79% - 70%)   D (69% - 60%)   F (less than 59%) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Class Policies:

 

      1)   All the assignments must be turned in by the due time

 

      Everyone has the same time and the same chance to accomplish the assignments.

      Learning time management is the most important process in this course.

      When using the computer, please be aware of the virus or any potential risks.

      Try your best to finish all the assignments on time.

 

a)   If any emergency happens, please contact Dr. Liang before the due date and turn in a written report.

b)   If the instructor does not receive any notice before the due date, the instructor will not accept any late assignment.

c)   There is no opportunity to makeup missing assignments.

           

2)         No make-up exams

a)   If any emergency happens, please contact Dr. Liang before the exam time and turn in written report.

b)  If the instructor does not receive any notice before the exam date, the person who misses the exam will receive a ZERO for that exam.

 

3)            Please be professional and respectful whenever and wherever you are

                                          a)      Please be quiet if you come in late.  Please let Dr. Liang know if you need to leave early, then sit closer to the door.

b)      Please always raise your hand first if you have any question.

c)         c)   Please respect everyone’s learning space and ability.

d)   Please always show professional manner and respect your fellow students, audience, and instructors.

e)   Please turn off your Cell Phone when classes are in session. The entire class will decide the consequences for the person who violates this rule.

 

4)   if you cheat, copy assignments, or violate the College Code of Conduct for any inappropriate behavior, the instructor will report to the Dean’s Office and other associated Offices immediately.

 

5) each student is totally responsible for her/his own work and her/his own grade

     

      You must do your best to EARN your grade in a sufficient time period

 

      a) Please ask questions whenever you feel that you are behind.

      b) Please contact Dr. Liang or TA immediately when you are struggling or feeling confused.

 

6)  All other regulations follow the university handbook.