This program comprises three modules of one week each, which cover the essential aspects of Entrepreneurship:
Participants will demonstrate the acquisition of Entrepreneurial skills by developing and presenting a viable business plan to a panel of entrepreneurs and business angels.
Entrepreneurship February 21-25, 2011 The Entrepreneurship module is aimed at all those participants who have a desire to tap and apply their creative abilities within a wide range of contexts. In this regard, the module is designed to meet the future needs of all types of individuals, in that it recognises that tomorrow’s organisations, irrespective of size, require employees that are both innovative and creative (intrapreneurs), as well as those who wish to start up their own business (entrepreneurs). Whilst focusing predominately on the highly heterogeneous small and medium enterprise sectors, the module will therefore also consider enterprise within wider organisational contexts including the social enterprise sector. Enterprise however, does not operate in a vacuum and so we will consider the importance of the economic, political and social context both in terms of its macro and micro dimensions, for example from national government policy to local cultural issues. This will allow participants to understand the dynamic nature of the subject and also its inter-relationship with both the national and the global economy. During this module, you will:
Small and Family Business April 04-08, 2011 The module is designed to provide participants with a working knowledge of the essential principles and practices of small business management. Participants will analyse a range of complex and inter-acting challenges that any new and growing business faces, relating to legal frameworks, marketing, finance, business operations and human resources. Participants will also examine the issues in family businesses relating to the role of the family in management and decision-making, and to continuity and succession planning. Main learning objectives
New Venture Business Plan (in the UK, Oxford Brookes) June 06-10, 2011 The module is designed to help participants to appreciate the role of business planning for new ventures and for established smaller businesses. Participants will learn how to structure a successful business plan, particularly how to put forward a clear business model. The outcome for the successful completion of the module will be a business plan for a new or existing business, presented to a panel. Business planning is a transferable skill, and the skills learned in developing a robust business case should be of benefit to those wishing to return to corporate life, as well as to those wishing to start or manage a small business. The module will end with a visit to the Grenoble Entrepreneur’s Fair and presentations from successful entrepreneurs.
Requirements
To apply for this program please fill out the online application form and send all required supporting documents (indicated in the application form) to the address shown below. Admission is subject to the number of places available. The number of participants will be limited and candidates will be admitted on a first come, first served basis. Program Fees The cost of the Diploma is 4 000 euros (plus 200 euros for student services) and covers the tuition, project supervision and access to all GGSB facilities. The cost does not include accommodation and meals. Fees are subject to change. Please verify program fees each year before commencement. Policy concerning the refund of tuition fees.