EKONOMSKO-POSLOVNA FAKULTETA


Subject
 ENTERPRENEURSHIP STUDIES 
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Study unit code    D410 2012

Level Study program or it's part Year Semester
1 B400 ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS SCIENCES 1 Winter
1 B400 ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS SCIENCES 2 Winter

ECTS kredits 15

Hours - Lectures 45
Hours - Individual Student's Work 45

Lecturers
red. prof. dr. REBERNIK MIROSLAV
red. prof. dr. TOMINC POLONA
red. prof. dr. ŽENKO ZDENKA
red. prof. dr. KNEZ RIEDL JOŽICA
red. prof. ddr. MULEJ MATJAŽ

Languages - lectures slovene
Languages - tutorial slovene

Content (Syllabus outline)
" Current Topics in Entrepreneurship Research " Methods in Entrepreneurship Research " Entrepreneurship theories " Economic Foundations in Research in Entrepreneurship " Sociological and Psychological Foundations of Entrepreneurship " Entrepreneurship from a Strategic Perspective " Innovation Theory " Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship " Socially Responsible Entrepreneurship  
Readings
" Fayoll, A. et al.: Entrepreneurship Research In Europe: Outcomes and Perspectives, Edward Elgar, 2005 " Shane, S.: A General Theory Of Entrepreneurship: The Individual-Opportunity Nexus, C " Neergaard, H.,Ulhoi, J.: Handbook Of Qualitative Research Methods In Entrepreneurship, Edward Elgar, 2007 " Parker, S.: The Economics of Entrepreneurship, Edward Elgar, 2006 " Audretsch, D.: Entrepreneurship, Innovation And Economic Growth, Edward Elgar, 2006 " Carree, M., Thurik, R.: Entrepreneurship And Economic Growth, Edward Elgar, 2006 " Link, R.: Entrepreneurship And Technology Policy, Edward Elgar, 2006 " Oviatt, Russell & McDougall: International Entrepreneurship, Edward Elgar, 2007 " Davidsson, Delmar & Wiklund: Entrepreneurship And The Growth Of Firms, Edward Elgar, 2006 " Perrini, F.: The New Social Entrepreneurship: What Awaits Social Entrepreneurial Ventures? Edward Elgar, 2006 " Werther, W. and Chandler, D: Strategic Corporate Social Responsibility: Stakeholders in a Global Environment, Sage publication, Inc. 2005 " izbrani članki iz podjetniških revij, kot npr. Journal of Business Venturing, Small Business Economics, Journal of Small Business Management, Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice Selected papers from entrepreneurship journals (Journal of Business Venturing, Small Business Economics, Journal of Small Business Management, Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice), conference papers and research.  
Objectives and competences
Its objective is to equip students with primary theoretical base of the field and common methodological approaches to the study of entrepreneurial phenomena. On the basis of the research question identified, students form research hypotheses that are to be tested by quantitative research methods. Students acquire the knowledge on selected classical quantitative research methods, as well on advanced statistical techniques, methods and models. They should also develop capability of critical understanding the entrepreneurial practice and social responsibilty and understand the innovative problem solving as everyday practice.  
Intended learning outcomes - knowledge and understanding
Thourough understanding of entrepreneurship studies Critical comparing of different theoretical paradigms Ethical commitment in research Understanding of current entrepreneurship research topics and research trends  
Intended learning outcomes - transferable/key skills and other attributes
Capacity for critical research and writing Capacity for analysis and synthesis Research skills Capacity for applying knowledge in practice Capacity to make qualitative and quantitative judgements Appreciation of diversity and multiculturality  
Learning and teaching methods
Lectures Individual critical readings Preparing and presenting research reports. 

Assessment Weight (%)
Written examination 40  
Seminar 30  
Project 30  
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