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This programme considers how ideas are identified, tested and developed into viable new ventures or innovation projects. The curriculum examines opportunity, customers, finance, innovation, growth and entrepreneurial ecosystems, linking conceptual study with current questions in start-ups, small firms and intrapreneurial initiatives.
Applied activities encourage you to investigate a problem, test assumptions and communicate a credible value proposition to different audiences. You will work through guided activities, applied scenarios and peer discussion, developing a disciplined approach to evidence, communication and independent work.
The programme treats entrepreneurship as a reflective practice, addressing uncertainty, responsible innovation and the social consequences of new ventures. Learning is organised for online participation, with clear milestones, tutor feedback and space to connect ideas across the programme. Throughout, opportunities to compare perspectives and receive formative feedback help consolidate your understanding, refine your judgement and prepare you to engage confidently with unfamiliar professional challenges. The final stage invites you to bring your learning together in a sustained piece of work.
What You’ll Learn
- Identify and evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities
- Develop customer-focused value propositions
- Test business assumptions using evidence
- Prepare practical venture and resource plans
- Assess funding, growth and risk choices
- Communicate entrepreneurial ideas persuasively
Programme Structure
Level 4
- Academic Practice for Enterprise
- Foundations of Entrepreneurship
- Business Models and Value Creation
- Marketing for New Ventures
- Business Finance Fundamentals
Level 5
- Opportunity Recognition and Validation
- Innovation Management
- Entrepreneurial Finance
- Digital Venture Development
- Social and Sustainable Enterprise
Level 6
- New Venture Strategy
- Growth and Scaling
- Entrepreneurial Leadership
- Business Incubation Practice
- Venture Development Project
Entry Requirements
Applicants are normally expected to have completed secondary education or an equivalent qualification. Relevant work experience and prior learning may be considered alongside academic study. Applicants should be comfortable with independent online learning.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate English-language proficiency appropriate for degree-level study. Equivalent evidence of English proficiency may be considered as part of the application.
Assessment
Assessment is designed to develop academic understanding and applied judgement through written assignments, case analyses, projects, presentations, reflective tasks and a substantial final-stage project. Timed or examination-style assessments may be used where they are appropriate to the module learning outcomes.
Career Opportunities
- Entrepreneur
- Business Development Executive
- Innovation Coordinator
- Start-up Operations Associate
- Enterprise Support Officer
- Product Development Assistant
Further Study
Graduates may progress to postgraduate study in entrepreneurship, innovation, business management or digital business, or develop specialist knowledge through targeted professional learning.