Course Details
Country:
Netherlands
Institution:
Free University of Amsterdam
Course Title:
Small Business Development
Course Number:
E_IBK3_SBD
Course Description:
Small and Medium Sized Entreprises (SME's) are facing tremendous challenges, with the ongoing digitalization and globalization today’s world of business is facing. Next to the distinction in terms of size, SME businesses can also be distinguished on the basis of their qualitative characteristics, such as the crucial role of the owner-manager, the strong local and regional focus and the presence of family in the business. Topics covered: The role of small business in the economy is covered. The theory and practice of the startup will also be covered. Aspects of growth and development will be covered such as planning, organizing, strategizing and leading small organizations. Different aspects of innovation both in theory and practice will be part of the course. Small business in a third world, resource poor, context will be explained. Cases focussing on the numbers and finance of a small business will be part of the classes. This
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
Pending For Approval
Attachment Files:
Studyguide (12)_10.pdf
