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What topic is addressed during the practical class in Week 2?
What topic is addressed during the practical class in Week 2?
- Creativity Challenge (correct)
- Market segmentation
- Intellectual Property
- Value proposition
What is primarily discussed in Week 4?
What is primarily discussed in Week 4?
- Discussion on competition
- Customers' full life cycles
- Preparation for M2 (correct)
- Market segmentation
Which analysis is scheduled for Week 5's theoretical class?
Which analysis is scheduled for Week 5's theoretical class?
- Customer profiling
- Porter analysis (correct)
- Market life cycle
- Business models
What aspect of business is emphasized in Week 7?
What aspect of business is emphasized in Week 7?
During which week do students present their project ideas?
During which week do students present their project ideas?
What strategy is discussed in Week 6 regarding the market?
What strategy is discussed in Week 6 regarding the market?
What is a key focus during the theoretical classes in October?
What is a key focus during the theoretical classes in October?
What class discussion occurs on M2 due on October 29?
What class discussion occurs on M2 due on October 29?
What is the relationship between creativity and innovation as stated by Theodore Levitt?
What is the relationship between creativity and innovation as stated by Theodore Levitt?
Which of the following best describes the process of divergent thinking?
Which of the following best describes the process of divergent thinking?
What equation illustrates the relationship between innovation, invention, and commercialization?
What equation illustrates the relationship between innovation, invention, and commercialization?
Which aspect is NOT included in the definition of entrepreneurship?
Which aspect is NOT included in the definition of entrepreneurship?
In the context of the creative process, what does convergent thinking emphasize?
In the context of the creative process, what does convergent thinking emphasize?
What is a common misconception about innovation?
What is a common misconception about innovation?
Which of the following statements about creativity tools is accurate?
Which of the following statements about creativity tools is accurate?
In financial analysis related to entrepreneurship, what is a common goal?
In financial analysis related to entrepreneurship, what is a common goal?
Which of the following areas is NOT mentioned as an opportunity for technology-driven innovation?
Which of the following areas is NOT mentioned as an opportunity for technology-driven innovation?
What is the formula for innovation according to the content provided?
What is the formula for innovation according to the content provided?
What is required for innovation to occur?
What is required for innovation to occur?
What role does an entrepreneur have in the innovation process?
What role does an entrepreneur have in the innovation process?
Which year did 3M launch the Post-it product?
Which year did 3M launch the Post-it product?
What type of innovation is focused on creating new business strategies?
What type of innovation is focused on creating new business strategies?
Which example highlights the concept of commercialization of an existing invention?
Which example highlights the concept of commercialization of an existing invention?
Which type of innovation does NOT rely exclusively on technology?
Which type of innovation does NOT rely exclusively on technology?
How did 3M gain initial interest for the Post-it product?
How did 3M gain initial interest for the Post-it product?
What characterizes business model innovation?
What characterizes business model innovation?
What is considered a crucial step in the innovation value chain after discovering new ideas?
What is considered a crucial step in the innovation value chain after discovering new ideas?
What is a key example of a company that succeeded through business model innovation?
What is a key example of a company that succeeded through business model innovation?
Which of the following is NOT identified as a type of innovation?
Which of the following is NOT identified as a type of innovation?
Which of the following statements about types of innovation is accurate?
Which of the following statements about types of innovation is accurate?
What year did Rolls-Royce officially assume its current name?
What year did Rolls-Royce officially assume its current name?
What is a characteristic commonly associated with successful entrepreneurs?
What is a characteristic commonly associated with successful entrepreneurs?
What aspect does NOT contribute to the process of innovation?
What aspect does NOT contribute to the process of innovation?
Which type of innovation is primarily aimed at making significant market changes?
Which type of innovation is primarily aimed at making significant market changes?
What factor is essential for entrepreneurship to be taught effectively?
What factor is essential for entrepreneurship to be taught effectively?
Which statement best represents a common misconception about entrepreneurship?
Which statement best represents a common misconception about entrepreneurship?
What is the main benefit of disruptive innovation?
What is the main benefit of disruptive innovation?
Which of the following is NOT traditionally viewed as an entrepreneurial characteristic?
Which of the following is NOT traditionally viewed as an entrepreneurial characteristic?
What role does process innovation play in entrepreneurship?
What role does process innovation play in entrepreneurship?
What type of innovation is focused on optimizing processes and quality improvements?
What type of innovation is focused on optimizing processes and quality improvements?
What is considered more important than charisma for entrepreneurs?
What is considered more important than charisma for entrepreneurs?
Which statement regarding personality traits and entrepreneurship is accurate?
Which statement regarding personality traits and entrepreneurship is accurate?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an ingredient for success?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an ingredient for success?
How should failure be viewed according to the content?
How should failure be viewed according to the content?
What attribute is emphasized in quotes about success and failure?
What attribute is emphasized in quotes about success and failure?
When forming a team, what should entrepreneurs seek?
When forming a team, what should entrepreneurs seek?
What is advised to avoid when evaluating ideas?
What is advised to avoid when evaluating ideas?
According to the content, what is essential to prove the value of an idea?
According to the content, what is essential to prove the value of an idea?
Which week is dedicated to discussing business models and funding?
Which week is dedicated to discussing business models and funding?
What is the primary focus of Week 6's theoretical class?
What is the primary focus of Week 6's theoretical class?
Which analysis is explicitly mentioned for consideration during the practical class in Week 5?
Which analysis is explicitly mentioned for consideration during the practical class in Week 5?
During which week do students prepare for M2, which focuses on intellectual property and market?
During which week do students prepare for M2, which focuses on intellectual property and market?
What is emphasized during the class in Week 3 regarding innovation?
What is emphasized during the class in Week 3 regarding innovation?
What is an objective of discussing competition in Week 7?
What is an objective of discussing competition in Week 7?
What crucial milestone is scheduled for M1 on October 1?
What crucial milestone is scheduled for M1 on October 1?
Which market aspect is covered in Week 6's practical preparation?
Which market aspect is covered in Week 6's practical preparation?
What is necessary for real innovation to occur?
What is necessary for real innovation to occur?
Which company is known for successfully commercializing existing inventions such as the computer mouse?
Which company is known for successfully commercializing existing inventions such as the computer mouse?
Business model innovation is exemplified by which of the following companies?
Business model innovation is exemplified by which of the following companies?
What can be considered the primary focus of innovation?
What can be considered the primary focus of innovation?
What type of innovation includes arranging resources in new ways to deliver a better service?
What type of innovation includes arranging resources in new ways to deliver a better service?
How did Google become successful with its advertisements?
How did Google become successful with its advertisements?
What is innovation defined as in the content?
What is innovation defined as in the content?
What is a key characteristic that differentiates innovation from invention?
What is a key characteristic that differentiates innovation from invention?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of innovation?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of innovation?
Which type of innovation is NOT limited to technological advancements?
Which type of innovation is NOT limited to technological advancements?
What was a key strategy used by 3M to increase interest in the Post-it product?
What was a key strategy used by 3M to increase interest in the Post-it product?
In which year did 3M officially launch the Post-it product?
In which year did 3M officially launch the Post-it product?
What does purposeful implementation of ideas primarily involve?
What does purposeful implementation of ideas primarily involve?
What distinguishes business model innovation from other types of innovation?
What distinguishes business model innovation from other types of innovation?
Which of the following areas is emphasized as a source of technology-driven innovation?
Which of the following areas is emphasized as a source of technology-driven innovation?
Which is a crucial element in the innovation value chain?
Which is a crucial element in the innovation value chain?
What best describes the concept of innovation?
What best describes the concept of innovation?
How is creativity related to the creative process?
How is creativity related to the creative process?
Which statement accurately reflects Theodore Levitt's perspective on creativity and innovation?
Which statement accurately reflects Theodore Levitt's perspective on creativity and innovation?
Which thinking process is characterized by a selection of a specific idea?
Which thinking process is characterized by a selection of a specific idea?
What is a primary outcome of effective entrepreneurship?
What is a primary outcome of effective entrepreneurship?
What is the main essence of the relationship between creativity and innovation as explained in the content?
What is the main essence of the relationship between creativity and innovation as explained in the content?
What defines the term 'minimum viable business product' in entrepreneurship?
What defines the term 'minimum viable business product' in entrepreneurship?
Which option best reflects the nature of the creative process?
Which option best reflects the nature of the creative process?
Which type of innovation focuses on providing new sources of revenue?
Which type of innovation focuses on providing new sources of revenue?
Which characteristic is typically associated with successful entrepreneurs?
Which characteristic is typically associated with successful entrepreneurs?
What common myth about entrepreneurship is highlighted?
What common myth about entrepreneurship is highlighted?
What is a key factor that influences successful product development?
What is a key factor that influences successful product development?
Which type of innovation is primarily aimed at achieving process optimization?
Which type of innovation is primarily aimed at achieving process optimization?
Which statement reflects a misconception about entrepreneurship education?
Which statement reflects a misconception about entrepreneurship education?
What distinguishes radical innovation from incremental innovation?
What distinguishes radical innovation from incremental innovation?
Which of the following is NOT considered a necessary ingredient for a successful venture?
Which of the following is NOT considered a necessary ingredient for a successful venture?
What should entrepreneurs prioritize over charisma for long-term success?
What should entrepreneurs prioritize over charisma for long-term success?
Which mindset is recommended when facing failure in entrepreneurship?
Which mindset is recommended when facing failure in entrepreneurship?
What is the first ingredient for entrepreneurial success according to the content?
What is the first ingredient for entrepreneurial success according to the content?
What is vital for entrepreneurs to do after ensuring someone is interested in their idea?
What is vital for entrepreneurs to do after ensuring someone is interested in their idea?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a skill that increases the odds of success in entrepreneurship?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a skill that increases the odds of success in entrepreneurship?
What is advised to avoid when entrepreneurs are analyzing potential ideas?
What is advised to avoid when entrepreneurs are analyzing potential ideas?
How is success and failure characterized according to the content?
How is success and failure characterized according to the content?
What should entrepreneurs strive to do when forming a team?
What should entrepreneurs strive to do when forming a team?
Flashcards
Introduction to Bioengineering
Introduction to Bioengineering
Initial class session covering introductory concepts and the course.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Understanding innovation and entrepreneurial concepts, crucial for a Bioengineering business.
Project Idea Presentation (M1)
Project Idea Presentation (M1)
Initial project idea presentation and preparation for the first milestone.
Market Segmentation
Market Segmentation
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Market Analysis
Market Analysis
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Intellectual Property (IP)
Intellectual Property (IP)
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Business Models
Business Models
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Funding Sources
Funding Sources
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Divergent Thinking
Divergent Thinking
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Convergent Thinking
Convergent Thinking
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Creativity Tools
Creativity Tools
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Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
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Innovation
Innovation
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What is innovation?
What is innovation?
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Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
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Financial Analysis
Financial Analysis
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Innovation: Why be or not be?
Innovation: Why be or not be?
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Types of Innovation
Types of Innovation
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Business Model Innovation
Business Model Innovation
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Commercialization is Key
Commercialization is Key
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What is NOT Innovation?
What is NOT Innovation?
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Innovation in Action: Google
Innovation in Action: Google
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Innovation in Action: Fairphone
Innovation in Action: Fairphone
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Innovation Beyond Tech
Innovation Beyond Tech
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Commoditization of Technology
Commoditization of Technology
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Innovation Value Chain
Innovation Value Chain
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Post-it Note Innovation
Post-it Note Innovation
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Innovation Equation
Innovation Equation
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Rolls-Royce Example
Rolls-Royce Example
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Innovation is NOT Just Technology
Innovation is NOT Just Technology
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Process Innovation
Process Innovation
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Incremental Innovation
Incremental Innovation
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Radical Innovation
Radical Innovation
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Entrepreneurial Profile
Entrepreneurial Profile
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Can Entrepreneurship Be Taught?
Can Entrepreneurship Be Taught?
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Importance of a Great Product
Importance of a Great Product
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Charisma vs. Skills
Charisma vs. Skills
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Genetically Predisposed?
Genetically Predisposed?
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Success is Not Final
Success is Not Final
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Failure as a Relative Concept
Failure as a Relative Concept
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Avoid Judgment
Avoid Judgment
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Ingredients for Success
Ingredients for Success
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Test the Value Proposition
Test the Value Proposition
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Team Up for Strengths
Team Up for Strengths
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CEB-LABBELS
CEB-LABBELS
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Beachhead Market
Beachhead Market
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SWOT Analysis
SWOT Analysis
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Porter's Five Forces
Porter's Five Forces
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Value Proposition
Value Proposition
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Follow-on Markets
Follow-on Markets
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What is Creativity?
What is Creativity?
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What is Entrepreneurship?
What is Entrepreneurship?
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Is innovation always about new inventions?
Is innovation always about new inventions?
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What are business model innovations?
What are business model innovations?
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Can a company innovate without invention?
Can a company innovate without invention?
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Is commercialization enough for innovation?
Is commercialization enough for innovation?
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Why is Google an example of innovation?
Why is Google an example of innovation?
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What are some examples of business model innovation?
What are some examples of business model innovation?
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Why is Fairphone an example of innovation?
Why is Fairphone an example of innovation?
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What makes a great product?
What makes a great product?
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Myth: Entrepreneurs are Lone Heroes
Myth: Entrepreneurs are Lone Heroes
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Are Entrepreneurs Born?
Are Entrepreneurs Born?
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Embrace Failure
Embrace Failure
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Success is Relative
Success is Relative
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Successful Ingredients
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Test Your Idea
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Study Notes
Innovation and Business Creation in Bioengineering
- Focuses on innovation and business creation in bioengineering.
- Authors: Débora Ferreira and Salomé Duarte, Department of Biological Engineering, University of Minho, Braga.
- Contact information for the authors is provided.
Program Overview
- Includes theoretical and practical classes.
- Covers introductions, ideas, innovation, entrepreneurship, intellectual property, market analysis, business models, financial analysis, customer feedback, and business model development.
- Topics are scheduled across multiple weeks from September to January.
Creativity and Innovation
- Definitions and relationships between creativity and innovation are discussed.
- Quote from Theodore Levitt: "Creativity is dreaming about new things," and "Innovation is doing new things."
- Innovation process linked to existing knowledge/experience, recombination, and development of new things.
Creativity Tools
- Presents analytical and ideation tools: SWOT analysis, PEST analysis, brainwriting, random word, starbursting, creative hitlists, brainstorming, SCAMPER, lateral thinking, and concept triangles.
- Evaluation tools such as Six Value Medals, CARTs criteria, "What if" analysis, feedback, action sequencing, Gantt charts, and weighted grid analysis.
Types of Innovation
- Innovation not limited to technology, but also encompasses product, process, business model, and positioning.
- Examples: Google, iTunes, Salesforce.com, Netflix, Zipcar – showcasing business model innovations.
- Business model innovation emphasized as a key concept.
Innovation Value Chain
- Outlines the innovation value chain involving discovery, invention, and innovation.
- Discovery generates concepts and knowledge.
- Invention involves purposeful idea implementation focusing on technologies and business models.
- Innovation involves commercial exploitation of inventions through products and services.
Notable Examples
- Swiss electrical engineer George de Mestral and the invention of Velcro (1955).
- Post-it note invention at 3M, demonstrating the transition from low-adhesion adhesive to a successful product.
Innovation Question
- Slide questioning whether innovation equals invention multiplied by commercialization.
Types of Innovation
- Includes technological/processual, business model, organizational, social, environmental, product, and marketing innovation.
Business Model Innovation Examples
- Examples include Rolls-Royce's "power-by-the-hour" engine model and Dow Corning's cost-based products/flexible sales approach.
Process Innovation Example
- Focuses on process innovation with a relevant quote from Henry Ford highlighting the importance of process innovation.
Degrees of Innovation
- Categorizes innovation based on impact on the market (Sustaining, Disruptive, Incremental, Radical) and Technology Newness.
Entrepreneurial Profile
- Outlines entrepreneurial characteristics: disciplined, confident, open-minded, proactive, competitive, optimistic, responsible, flexible, creative, determined, motivated, passionate, versatile, and energetic.
- Importance of learning these traits and entrepreneurial skills (public speaking, pitching, ideation).
Entrepreneurship
- Defines entrepreneurship as the capacity and willingness to develop, organize, and manage a business venture with a goal of profit.
- Entrepreneurship characterized as a craft, not merely a science or art.
SMEs and IDEs
- Compares small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with innovation-driven enterprises (IDEs), emphasizing cost differences and market scope.
Success and Failure
- Frames success/failure as attitudes related to failure and not necessarily the final outcome.
- Highlights failure as a learning process and a key determinant of entrepreneurial success.
- Failsare not fatal, it is important to courage to continue.
- Provides examples of famous figures such as Winston Churchill, Thomas Edison, and Robert F Kennedy.
Top Reasons for Startup Failure
- Results of analysis of 101 startup postmortems, revealing top 20 reasons for startup failure.
Ingredients for Success
- Lists ingredients for startup success: good idea, market validation, capable team, focus, action.
- Avoid paralysis by analysis.
Portuguese Unicorns and Minicorns
- A list of Portuguese Unicorn and Minicorn companies is presented.
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This quiz covers various topics discussed in the business practices course, including project presentations, market strategies, and the relationship between creativity and innovation. Explore the definitions and misconceptions of entrepreneurship, as well as key analytical concepts discussed during the theoretical classes.
