SEM 431 - New Venture Creation and Organization

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course explores how small businesses are created and operated. Topics include the entrepreneurial process, opportunity recognition, business planning, mobilizing resources and organization creation. Prerequisite: FIN 301, and SEM 201, 301 or 310.

SEM 488 - Selected Topics in Organization Theory

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Normally restricted to third- and fourth-year Business students. Prerequisites: SEM 201, 301 or 310 or consent of Department. Additional prerequisites may be required.

SEM 631 - New Venture Creation and Organization

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course concentrates on the development of a new enterprise and the management of an existing small business. Casework and projects enable students to assess the opportunities, risks, and capabilities necessary for entrepreneurial success. The course emphasizes managerial and strategic problems during the early years of business formation and growth, including business planning. The course emphasizes the interface between theory and practice.