Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
1İŞL519Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation3+0+03813.10.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Master's Degree
Department / Program Business (Non-Thesis)
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course This course aims to introduce students to global entrepreneurship ecosystems and foster an understanding of how entrepreneurship takes shape across different countries and regions. Emphasizing the role of innovation in shaping business strategies and creating competitive advantage, the course guides students in developing technology-oriented venture ideas and transforming them into viable business models. It also seeks to equip students with practical knowledge and skills regarding market entry strategies, investor relations, financing methods, and risk management. Furthermore, key objectives include enhancing students ` competencies in critical thinking, problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork, as well as enabling them to integrate perspectives on sustainability, ethics, and digitalization into entrepreneurial processes.
Course Content This course covers fundamental concepts and approaches in the field of global entrepreneurship and innovation. It begins by addressing entrepreneurship ecosystems and the strategic role of innovation within enterprises. Subsequently, the course focuses on methods for developing innovative business models, avenues for entrepreneurs to access financing, and investor relations. Strategies for entering international markets, the impact of technology trends on entrepreneurship, and digital transformation processes constitute key components of the course. Furthermore, topics such as sustainable entrepreneurship, ethical responsibilities, and creating social impact are discussed, while successful examples of global ventures are examined through case studies. In this way, students gain a holistic perspective on the commercialization of innovative ideas, business plan preparation, and entrepreneurial practices on a global scale.
Course Methods and Techniques • Lectures
• Case analysis
• Group work
• Presentations
• Workshop and simulation exercises
• Applied discussions with guest speakers
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Associate Prof.Dr. Burhan Akyılmaz
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources 1. Osterwalder, A. & Pigneur, Y. (2010). Business Model Generation. Wiley.
2. Ries, E. (2011). The Lean Startup: How Today ` s Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses. Crown Business.
3. Hisrich, R., Peters, M., Shepherd, D. (2017). Entrepreneurship. 10th Edition, McGraw-Hill.
4. Tidd, J. & Bessant, J. (2020). Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Wiley.
5. Byers, T., Dorf, R., Nelson, A. (2015). Technology Ventures: From Idea to Enterprise. McGraw-Hill.
Küresel Girişimcilik İzleme Raporları (Global Entrepreneurship Monitor – GEM Reports).
Güncel teknoloji ve inovasyon raporları (McKinsey, Deloitte, PwC vb.).


Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 15 2 30
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 15 6 90
Assignments 1 60 60
Presentation 1 30 30
Final examination 1 30 30
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 8 240

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 LO1: Explains global entrepreneurship concepts and ecosystems.
2 LO2: Evaluates the effects of innovation on business performance.
3 LO3: Designs and implements innovative business models.
4 LO4: Develops strategies for entering international markets.
5 LO5: Manages financing sources and investor relations.
6 LO6: Analyzes the effects of technology and digitalization on entrepreneurship.
7 LO7: Uses teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
8 LO8: Prepares articles and business plans in the field of entrepreneurship by utilizing scientific literature and appropriate research techniques, presents findings, and integrates sustainability and ethical principles into entrepreneurial processes.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Entrepreneurship concepts and ecosystems Hisrich vd. (2017), Bölüm 1
2 Types of innovation and their management Osterwalder & Pigneur (2010), Bölüm 2
3 Business model development (Business Model Canvas, Lean Startup) Ries (2011), The Lean Startup
4 Global entrepreneurship ecosystems and successful examples GEM Raporları
5 Investor relations and financing sources Yatırımcı sunum örnekleri
6 Market entry strategies for international markets Uluslararası iş geliştirme makaleleri
7 Essay assignment serving as a substitute for the midterm exam ARA SINAV HAFTASI
8 Technology trends and entrepreneurship opportunities McKinsey, Deloitte vb. teknoloji raporları
9 Digital transformation and entrepreneurship Dijitalleşme üzerine makaleler
10 Risk management and strategic planning Risk analizi vaka çalışmaları
11 Sustainable entrepreneurship Sürdürülebilir iş modelleri literatürü
12 Ethics and social responsibility Etik vaka örnekleri
13 Techniques for preparing articles and business plans, and presenting findings Bilimsel makale, iş planı ve yatırımcı sunumu örnekleri
14 General assessment, project presentations, and closing Dönem projesi hazırlıkları
15 General review and preparation for the final exam Ders notları ve işlenen vaka analizleri

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
C1 3 3 3 4 3 3 4 4
C2 4 3 4 3 4 4 4 4 5
C3 5 3 4 5 3 4 5 3 4 5
C4 5 3 3 5 3 5 4 4 5 4
C5 5 3 4 3 4 5 4 4 5
C6 4 3 4 5 5 4 4 4 5
C7 4 5 5 3 3 4 4 5 3
C8 5 5 4 5 4 4 5 5 5 5

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant