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Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology


Course Description

A general overview and understanding of foundational and current research on the topics of innovation and entrepreneurship. We will discuss current research methods used in the discipline as well as publication strategies.


Athena Title

Entrepren Innov and Tech


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Course Objectives

Overall, the objective of this course is to prepare students to conduct research in the areas of innovation and entrepreneurship. In particular, the primary objectives of the course are: 1. Introduce the students to the relevant research literature, including exposure to both classic and contemporary texts. 2. Help students learn to understand, evaluate, and interpret the conceptual and methodological aspects of innovation and entrepreneurship research. 3. Develop the skills necessary to publish in and review for top-tier journals.


Topical Outline

The following topics are covered in this course: 1. Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Innovation 2. Knowledge Search, Learning, and Recombination 3. Dynamics of Technological Change and Industry Evolution 4. Networks and Innovation 5. Opportunity, Creation, and Discovery 6. Strategy in Entrepreneurial Settings