MPC 552: Entrepreneurship in Agriculture

Questions and Answers

What were your initial thoughts when registering for the course?

Responses may vary based on individual expectations.

What do you expect from the course instructor?

Responses may vary based on individual expectations.

What is one objective of the course?

To explain key issues in entrepreneurship in agriculture (correct)

To focus solely on traditional farming methods

To provide entertainment

To assess students' prior knowledge

What percentage of the assessment is continuous?

30% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a learning outcome of this course?

Explain key issues/theories of entrepreneurship in the context of agriculture Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the challenges faced by MSMEs as mentioned in the course outline?

The course outlines various challenges, but specific challenges may need to be elaborated based on context. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the entrepreneurial process according to the course?

Expansion into international markets Signup and view all the answers

____ issues for entrepreneurs are discussed in the course.

Legal Signup and view all the answers

How do you understand entrepreneurship?

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Study Notes

Course Overview

MPC 552 focuses on entrepreneurship and communications in agriculture.
Instructor: Dr. (Mrs) Gifty Boakye Appiah from the Department of Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, and Extension.

Course Objectives

Understand fundamental issues in entrepreneurship.
Identify and evaluate business opportunities in agricultural value chains.
Equip students with entrepreneurial skills for starting and expanding businesses.
Develop skills to create viable business plans.

Learning Outcomes

Explain key issues and theories of entrepreneurship within agriculture.
Evaluate agricultural business opportunities effectively.
Apply technical knowledge to initiate and sustain agribusiness.
Develop comprehensive business plans with relevant skills.

Course Outline

Fundamentals of entrepreneurship in agriculture.
Challenges faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
Techniques for identifying and evaluating entrepreneurial opportunities.
Classification and functions of entrepreneurs.
Steps in the entrepreneurial process, including opportunity evaluation, resource acquisition, and business management.
Legal considerations for entrepreneurs.
Understanding types of intellectual property.

Teaching and Learning Approaches

Utilizes interactive teaching methods to enhance engagement.
Emphasizes students' active participation and thoughtful contributions in discussions.

Assessment Structure

Continuous assessment contributes 30% to the final grade.
End of semester assessments account for 70%.

References for Further Reading

Kuenyehia, E.N. on entrepreneurship fundamentals.
Bygrave & Zacharakis’ portable MBA for entrepreneurship insights.
Resources on writing convincing business plans and technology ventures.

Concept of Entrepreneurship

Encourages exploring personal definitions and understandings of entrepreneurship.

Description

This quiz assesses students' expectations and objectives for the course MPC 552: Entrepreneurship and Communications in Agriculture. It encourages students to reflect on their learning goals and what they anticipate from the instructor. Dive into this course to understand the intersection of agricultural business and communication.