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Module Name
Module Code
Lecture Hrs
Practical Hrs
Credits
Entrepreneurship in the Landscape Industry
AGRI30118Y(5)
60
30
5

Description
Theoretical concepts behind entrepreneurship. The importance of entrepreneurship and its impact on economic growth. The entrepreneurial traits, attitudes and characteristics. Fostering an entrepreneurial culture. The importance and contribution of SMEs engaged in entrepreneurship in the landscape industry. Identification of business opportunities in the landscape industry. Creativity and Innovation in the landscape industry. Business strategies for increased competitiveness and productivity. Start-ups in the landscape industry and development of a business plan. Importance of clusters and business incubators. Public and Private Sectors support to entrepreneurship in Mauritius. Case Studies of successes and failures of entrepreneurial activities in the crop and landscape sectors in Mauritius. Interactions with current entrepreneurs/landscape managers/green architects through visits and guest lectures.
Faculty Department
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE Combination of APS & AFS
Contact Details
Administrative assistant: Kajol Jogarah
Telephone: 4037400
Email: k.jogarah@uom.ac.mu
 

 


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