Innovation & Entrepreneurship Course Descriptions

This course acquaints students with various aspects of innovation and entrepreneurship, broadly understood. Topics cover methodologies, theories, and history of innovation. The course focuses largely on projects pursued by teams which conceive and conduct ventures that illuminate innovation and entrepreneurship. Class activities include lectures, discussions, student presentations. Experienced guest experts will offer advice and guidance to student teams. May not be taken on an S/U basis. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing

A study of accounting principles and procedures, leading to a review of financial statements and to an understanding of how accounting data are used to analyze business and economic activities. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing

This course will introduce students to the fundaments of financial accounting and managerial accounting. The course will introduce balance sheets, income statements and cashflow statements and how to communicate financial information to external audiences, as well as ratio analysis and internal financial reporting frameworks for organizational decision making. Through the course, students will learn the ethical principles that should guide accounting practices, including those use by the US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

An opportunity for students to gain practical experience with innovation and entrepreneurship in the context of a for-profit or not-for-profit organization, an ongoing student venture (e.g., Rabbit Gallery, Greyfell Theatre, Paper Fox Printmaking Workshop, or KidsGive), or a startup venture. The academic component of the internship includes readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty supervisor, and may include a written report appropriate to the discipline. Course grades are based on this academic work and participation in a group project. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor

This course studies the function of finance and the flow of funds within the corporation. Topics include financial analysis, decision making, capital acquisition and use, and strategic planning. Three comptetencies will be emphasized: numeracy through financial analysis, decision-making based on financial information, and communication skills through conveying analyses and decisions to the end user (the board, shareholders, other stake holders). Lecture with case studies assignments, and exams. PREREQUISITES: I-E 110

This course will build on Fundamentals of Accounting and introduce students to further topics in managerial accounting and to financial management. Students will learn commonly used frameworks that allow people to identify, measure, analyze and interpret accounting and financial information for the purposes of internal decision-making. The course will cover key concepts that are used to provide greater understanding of the operations of an organization, including margin analysis, constraint analysis, and capital budgeting, as well as trend analysis. Students will also be exposed to ethical l considerations that relate to accounting practices. PREREQUISITES: Fundamentals of Accounting (BUEN 120)

Social entrepreneurs all over the world adopt and implement innovative ideas in order to address some of the world's most pressing problems. In this course, students will study the many dimensions of social entrepreneurship, especially those ventures that address problems of human security. Students will work with a team to propose an entrepreneurial solution to one such problem. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing or consent of instructor

Students will receive a broad introduction to marketing and marketing concepts such as marketing orientations and frameworks; branding; how to price, promote, and distribute goods and services; and market research and analysis. The course emphasizes critical thinking through the debate and discussion of broader moral, sociocultural, and political aspects of the marketing process and the study of marketing from the perspective of the consumers and other stakeholders rather than strictly from the perspective of the firm. Students will gain exposure to the theoretical basis for the increasingly widespread application of technology. Throughout the course, social and emotional judgment and independent thinking are stressed. PREREQUISITES: BUEN 100 or approval of instructor

Open to students from theatre, economics, and other students interested in entrepreneurship in the performing arts. Topics change each year. May be repeated when topic is different up to 6 total units. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing

A broad introduction to entrepreneurship for musicians, dancers, thespians, visual artists, and other interested students. This course aspires to give students the tools and the mindset to become agents of innovative, entrepreneurial change, social entrepreneurs or entrepreneurial artists. After presenting a social science view of entrepreneurship, the course will feature faculty from a variety of disciplines as well as visiting entrepreneurs. This is a project-oriented course with extensive speaking that will challenge convention, push you to new realms of creative thought, and stretch the boundaries of collaborative learning. Are you ready to unleash the power of the liberal arts?

Course explores and promotes the art of speaking elegantly and knowledgeably about music in the context of live musical performance, and writing engagingly about music for a general audience. Course designed for music majors and other students with strong musical background and interest in interactive concerts and other public programs. PREREQUISITES: Major in music or consent of instructor

Topics will vary from year-to-year. May be repeated when topic is different.

This course provides a thorough introduction to business models and business plans as relevant for both non-profit and for-profit ventures. Students will work in teams to develop plans for a new enterprise. The course relies heavily on the expertise of invited speakers (including alumni) and the analysis of case studies. Each invited expert will give a guest lecture, lead discussion of a case study, and mentor students in their projects. PREREQUISITES: I-E 110 and one of: I-E 100, I-E 280, or I-E 245

This course is designed as an introduction to the Spanish-speaking business world. Students will acquire a solid foundation in the vocabulary and modes of communication needed to successfully interact with different types of businesses. Students will also explore the cultural and geographic aspects of the Spanish-speaking business worlds in Latin America, Spain, and in the Latinx communities in the United States. The course will be conducted as a seminar, with oral and written activities, exams, and projects. PREREQUISITES: Spanish 202, Spanish 204, it's equivalent, or consent of instructor

A course on selected issues in the history of contemporary China. Major themes include the formation of the modern state, national identity, political (dis)unity, population constraints, environmental sustainability, international relations, and global outreach. A variety of primary and secondary sources will be examined and analyzed. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing or consent of instructor;

The course is designed to integrate theory with real world applications to help students learn to effectively lead and manage a diverse, inclusive, and entrepreneurial organization. The course requires a term-long team-based problem-solving real-world project using the STEPS process. Topics for discussion include: Entrepreneurial Leaders/Managers; Leading Teams; Strategic Management; Creative Problem-Solving & Decision Making; Ethics & Social Responsibility; Developing Workplace Culture & Managing Change; Communications Across the Organization; Human Resource Management; DEI; Conflict Resolution, and Emotional Intelligence. PREREQUISITES: ECON 100 AND I & E 110 OR BUEN 120/I & E 120 OR Consent of Instructor

An opportunity for students to gain practical experience with innovation and entrepreneurship in the context of a for-profit or not-for-profit organization, an ongoing student venture (e.g., Rabbit Gallery, Greyfell Theatre, Paper Fox Printmaking Workshop, or KidsGive), or a startup venture. The academic component of the internship includes readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty supervisor, and may include a written report appropriate to the discipline. Course grades are based on this academic work and participation in a group project. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor

PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing and at least one of: I&E 100 or I&E 145/GOVT 248

In this course students are challenged to view themselves as a constantly evolving business, each day looking to do more, and grow more. Students will learn to create flexible, incremental plans, and supportive networks, and about topics such as the basics of marketing, performance psychology, and managing risk. Exercises and quest speakers will focus on skills such as interviewing, creating and refining resumes and CVs, and networking. May not be taken for credit if already have credit for UNIC 295. PREREQUISITES: I & E 100 OR BUEN 100 OR at least one course in the BUEN Entrepreneurship focus area

The term political economy classically refers to the interface between the private and public sectors, including the regulation of market activity. This course focuses specifically on the once and future of United States antitrust regulation of Big Business, from the heyday of the Chicago meat packers to the current issues surrounding big tech, and hence is colloquially known as the “Big Seminar.” PREREQUISITES: ECON 300 and ECON 380 recommended

Even in a “market” economy, the preponderance of economic activity is carried out through firms and other organizations. The course examines economic theories of the firm, and explores some of the canonical questions, such as why are there firms, how the separation of ownership and control of a firm shapes decision making, what determines the boundary between organizations and markets (e.g., make-or-buy decisions), what types of firms are most innovative, and how new technologies affect organizational structure. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300 or GOVT 271

This course will offer opportunities to explore special topics in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Topics will be taught at an advanced level, so the course will build on previous work in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. May be repeated when topic is different.

An opportunity for students to gain practical experience with innovation and entrepreneurship in the context of a for-profit or not-for-profit organization, an ongoing student venture (e.g., Rabbit Gallery, Greyfell Theatre, Paper Fox Printmaking Workshop, or KidsGive), or a startup venture. The academic component of the internship includes readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty supervisor, and may include a written report appropriate to the discipline. Course grades are based on this academic work and participation in a group project. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor

An opportunity for students to gain practical experience with innovation and entrepreneurship in the context of a for-profit or not-for-profit organization, an ongoing student venture (e.g., Rabbit Gallery, Greyfell Theatre, Paper Fox Printmaking Workshop, or KidsGive), or a startup venture. The academic component of the internship includes readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty supervisor, and may include a written report appropriate to the discipline. Course grades are based on this academic work and participation in a group project. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor