MAN303 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
MAN303 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
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Management
Azra Bičo
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course combines theory & assignments to introduce concepts of entrepreneurship; whereas providing practical solutions and industrial experience regarding advanced management of businesses.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Scarborough, N. M. (2016). Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management. Pearson.
Additional Literature
Available in the course slides.Teaching Methods
The methods include lectures (which may involve powerpoint presentation
Video
And audio aids)
Student presentations
Projects
And class discussions.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introductory Lecture | |
| 2 | The Foundations of Entrepreneurship and SMB | Chapter 1 |
| 3 | Ethics and Social Responsibility: Doing the Right Thing | Chapter 2 |
| 4 | Creativity and Innovation: Keys to Entrepreneurial Success | Chapter 3 |
| 5 | Guest lecture | |
| 6 | Conducting a Feasibility Analysis and Designing a Business Model | Chapter 4 |
| 7 | Case study I | |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |
| 9 | Crafting a Business Plan and Building a Solid Strategic Plan | Chapter 5 |
| 10 | Sources of Financing: Equity and Debt | Chapter 13 |
| 11 | Choosing the Right Location and Layout; Global Aspects of Entrepreneurship | Chapter 14, Chapter 15 |
| 12 | Final Project Presentations | |
| 13 | Final Project Presentations | |
| 14 | Non working day | |
| 15 | Case study II |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAN303.1 | Course | Thursday 12:00 - 14:50 | B F2.5 | - | - |
| MAN303.1 | Tutorial | Thursday 14:00 - 14:50 | B F2.5 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 12:00 | B F1.32 | Online MS teams and at Office B F1.32 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 12:00 | B F1.32 | Online MS team and Office B F1.32 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 12:00 | B F1.32 | Online MS team and Office B F1.32 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Case study
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Home Study
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Other
60 hours ⏳ (15 week × 4 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [MAN303] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| MAN303 | Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management | 2 | 1 | 6 | Thursday 12:00-14:50 B F2.5 | |||||
| Prerequisite | MAN102 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Azra Bičo | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 10:00-12:00 Online MS teams and at Office B F1.32 Wednesday: 10:00-12:00 Online MS team and Office B F1.32 Thursday: 11:00-12:00 Online MS team and Office B F1.32 |
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| abico@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Hanan Babic | Assistant E-mail | hbabic@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | This course combines theory & assignments to introduce concepts of entrepreneurship; whereas providing practical solutions and industrial experience regarding advanced management of businesses. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Scarborough, N. M. (2016). Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management. Pearson. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | The methods include lectures (which may involve powerpoint presentation, video, and audio aids), student presentations,projects, and class discussions. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introductory Lecture | |||||||||
| Week 2 | The Foundations of Entrepreneurship and SMB | Chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Ethics and Social Responsibility: Doing the Right Thing | Chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Creativity and Innovation: Keys to Entrepreneurial Success | Chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Guest lecture | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Conducting a Feasibility Analysis and Designing a Business Model | Chapter 4 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Case study I | |||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Crafting a Business Plan and Building a Solid Strategic Plan | Chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Sources of Financing: Equity and Debt | Chapter 13 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Choosing the Right Location and Layout; Global Aspects of Entrepreneurship | Chapter 14, Chapter 15 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Final Project Presentations | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Final Project Presentations | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Non working day | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Case study II | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 35 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 20 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Project | 1 | 25 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Case study | 2 | 10 | 3 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Home Study | 3 | 15 | 45 | |||
| Other | 4 | 15 | 60 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 12/03/2026 | |||||||||