Information Technology and Entrepreneurship Work Term Experience NSCC

Information Technology and Entrepreneurship Work Term Experience NSCC LEEDS STREET CAMPUS APRIL 25 T H -MAY 27 T H , 2016

Welcome! Orientation-Monday, April 25 th, 2016 Introductions & Icebreaker ◦ Roles ◦ Kelly Corkery, Training Coordinator & Facilitator ◦ Marc Scarfone, Work Experience Supervisor Schedule ◦ ◦ Work Term Overview Classroom Etiquette Assignments Reporting Expectations-Class Charter Guest Speaker at 10: 00 am

Work Term Overview Module 1: Entrepreneurship Awareness (Week 1) April 25 th-April 29 th, 2016 Module 2: Entrepreneurial Skills Development (Week 2) May 2 nd-May 6 th, 2016 Module 3: Exploring Entrepreneurship (Week 4) May 9 th-May 13 th, 2016 Module 4: Applying Entrepreneurship (Week 5) May 16 th-May 27 th, 2016 *5 weeks (175 hour) directed study experience

Learning Objectives 1) Outline personal characteristics, skills and attributes that align with entrepreneurship 2) Explore the fundamental aspects of entrepreneurship in your associated industry of focus 3) Identify resources available to support entrepreneurial initiatives 4) Develop a viable concept proposal and create a prototype using the Business Model Canvas 5) Explain the basic structure and components of small business in the industry 6) Compile reflective documentation on all aspects of the course experience

Delivery-What to Expect ◦ Classroom facilitation ◦ Guest Speakers ◦ Moderated Panels ◦ Networking Event ◦ Online Resources ◦ In-class activities and workshops ◦ Presentations ◦ Interviews ◦ Case Studies ◦ Independent and Group Studies ◦ Research Papers ◦ Bi-Weekly Reports and Evaluations ◦ Final Project & Presentation ◦ Final Reflection

Requirements ◦ Mandatory Attendance of Classroom activities/events ◦ Complete and submit Assignments ◦ e 2 -Explore Entrepreneurship (e 2. nscc. ca) ◦ Complete feedback surveys and evaluations as assigned ◦ Submit bi-weekly progress reports to Kelly Corkery (Kelly. corkery@nscc. ca) due with Final Reflection ◦ Consult with Training Coordinator and/or Work Experience Supervisor, if required ◦ Complete a project and present a summary of learning (presentation) ◦ Develop and submit a final reflection of work experience

e²-Explore Entrepreneurship o. All presentations, activity/project outlines will be posted to the e² platform on a weekly basis Create a membership: http: //e 2. nscc. ca/en/explore/login/? lo=1&p=%2 fen%2 f o. You can find all uploaded work term materials under: Resources/NSCC Entrepreneurship/IT Work Term 2016 Øhttp: //e 2. nscc. ca/en/explore/resources/t 101/

Classroom Etiquette-Charter ◦ Attend class; be on time ◦ If you are ill or unable to attend please email; you are responsible for lessons/presentation content/assignments during missed time ◦ Assignments and Reports/Evaluations are due on time ◦ Submit electronically to Kelly. corkery@nscc. ca ◦ Plagiarism will not be tolerated and may result in expulsion ◦ Cite ALL sources ◦ Be Respectful of Instructors, Classmates, Guest Speakers ◦ No talking/interruptions/rude behavior-you will be asked to leave ◦ Reported to Academic Chair and may be written up (Student Code of Conduct) ◦ NO calls/texting during class time

Schedule Monday-April 25 th, May 2 nd, May 9 th, May 16 th Friday-May 27 th Room D 309 8: 30 am-3: 00 pm