International Entrepreneurship

llsms2080  2026-2027  Louvain-la-Neuve

International Entrepreneurship
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5.00 credits
30.0 h + 30.0 h
Q2
Teacher(s)
Janssen Frank;
Language
English
Prerequisites
To follow a master offering the course (INEO, International Business or Innovation Management) and participate in the selection process.
Main themes
This course will be dedicated to the theoretical and practical aspects of international entrepreneurship.
Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

During their programme, students will have developed the following capabilities :
A SCIENTIFIC AND SYSTEMATIC APPROACH
  • Collect, select and analyze relevant information using rigorous, advanced and appropriate methods.
INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
  • Initiale, develop and implement ideas around a new product, service, process or organizational structure, while evaluating risks and remaining pragmatic.
WORK EFFECTIVELY IN AN INTERNATIONAL AND MULTICULTURAL ENVIRONMENT
  • Understand and position an organization withim its local and international socio-economic dimensions,  identifying the associated strategic issues and operational decisions.
TEAMWORK AND LEADERSHIP
  • Work collaboratively within a team, taking into account diverse perspectives ans ways of thinking, managing differences constructively and valuing diversity. 
COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
  • Express a clear and structured message, both orally and in writing in their mother tongue, in English and ideally, in a third language, adapted to the audience and using context specific communication standards.
 
Content
  • Intercultural management
  • International entrepreneurship
  • Projects pre-evaluation
  • Projects presentation
Teaching methods
After having familiarized themselves with the theory of international entrepreneurship, students will work in teams on an international new venture project.
The course includes theoretical components but it is mainly organized around real-life entrepreneurial processes.
Students will be required to : - Form teams and develop their own new international venture creation project. - Participate in interactive pedagogical activities, including common classes, videoconferencing, company visits, and an international study trip.  - Engage in practical, multicultural experiences designed to foster both entrepreneurial and intercultural skills. The study trip abroad (organized annually, destination may vary) is an integral part of the course. It includes academic, cultural, and entrepreneurial activities.
Evaluation methods
Evaluation is continuous and based on both individual and team performance:
Class participation and activities in Belgium (20%) – including presence, engagement in activities, teamwork, deliverables, and presentations.
Final project (60%) – consisting of a written business plan (30%) and an oral presentation (30%).
Participation in international activities during the study trip abroad (20%) – including presence, engagement in activities, teamwork, deliverables, and presentations.
Mandatory participation in all classes and activities. Unjustified absences will result in a penalty (-1 point on the final grade per absence).
Other information
Before registering for the course, please refer to Moodle.
Attendance at the information session is highly recommended before submitting your application.
The application process and required documents are available on Moodle : course LLSMS2080.
Bibliography
Course notes : Provided through Moodle.
References : Provided during the classes.
Faculty or entity
> CLSM


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