Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
The learning outcomes below define the knowledge, skills and competences the student is expected to acquire from the course.
Knowledge
Students will
- have a good understanding of different types of businesses in the arts and educational field
- learn how to use art and design methods in ideation phase and problem solving to create a business idea
- learn creative multidisciplinary team work
- recognize the value of customer insight in the business development
- be familiar with the entrepreneurial ecosystem at Aalto University
- learn the first steps of starting a business.
Skills and competences:
Students will
- be able to apply this knowledge to develop business ideas
- be able to test their ideas in practical context and analyze the results
- apply creative teamwork in project development
- be able to give a professional pitch on their business idea
- be able give and get feedback (professionals and peers).
Credits: 5
Schedule: 13.01.2021 - 07.04.2021
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Jaana Brinck
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Jaana Brinck, Juuso Tervo
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
This course explores entrepreneurial openings in the arts and education in a changing world and work life. The core is ethical and responsible approach when addressing critical social issues, developing communities and promoting sustainability and equality with arts-based methods.
Through practical design work, case examples and expert speakers the students will ideate, develop and test their own entrepreneurial idea in the fields of art and education.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
To pass this course the student need to finish the assignments thoroughly, take part in discussions, and give a presentation of the final work together with the team. In addition, 80% attendance is required.
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Contact 36h + independent and group work 99h
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Published literature on art, education and entrepreneurships. The reading list is published in MyCourses when the course starts.
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
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SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
4 Quality Education
5 Gender Equality
8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
10 Reduced Inequality
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