ENG ME 525 - Technology VenturesPrereq

Institution:

Boston University

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Description:

graduate status or consent of the instructor. An introduction to the formation and management of technology-based enterprises for engineers and scientists. Modules include opportunity recognition and evaluation, gathering financial and human resources, and managing and harvesting ventures. Goals include an understanding of basic start-up finance and accounting, writing business plans, presenting venture ideas to industry experts, and venture leadership skills. Students will become familiar with fundamental technical and engineering issues in a variety of industries, especially information technology, life sciences, biotechnology, and telecommunications. Case studies, lectures, workshops, and projects will all be utilized. (Formerly ENG MN 522.) 4 cr.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bu.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 353-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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