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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | BMM412 |
| Name | Entrepreneurship and sustainable development |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 1-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 1 ECTS |
| National Credit | 1 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. MUTLU AVCI |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. MUTLU AVCI
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to enable students to approach the concept of entrepreneurship holistically, incorporating the principles of sustainable development; and to equip them with the skills to develop innovative business ideas that consider economic, environmental, and social dimensions. The course aims to enable students to create sustainable business models and develop entrepreneurial solutions to societal and environmental problems.
Course Content
The concept and types of entrepreneurship, fundamental principles of sustainable development, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), sustainable entrepreneurship, social entrepreneurship, green initiatives, circular economy, innovation and technology-based sustainable solutions, business model canvas, sustainable value proposition, impact measurement, funding sources, and best practice examples.
Course Precondition
No prerequisites
Resources
Schaltegger, S., Hansen, E. G., & Lüdeke-Freund, F. (2016). Business Models for Sustainability. Springer. Timmons, J. A., & Spinelli, S. (2014). New Venture Creation: Entrepreneurship for the 21st Century. McGraw-Hill.
Notes
Lecture slides Selected academic articles
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explain the concepts of entrepreneurship and sustainable development and their interrelationship. |
| LO02 | Interpret the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from an entrepreneurial perspective. |
| LO03 | Develop innovative and sustainable entrepreneurial ideas addressing social and environmental challenges. |
| LO04 | Evaluate the role of innovation and technology in sustainable entrepreneurship. |
| LO05 | Integrate ethical principles, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability into entrepreneurial decision-making. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have sufficient knowledge in mathematics, natural sciences, and biomedical engineering, along with the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to solve complex engineering problems. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquire the ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Biomedical Engineering problems; for this purpose, will have the ability to choose and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product in Biomedical Engineering under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in Biomedical Engineering applications; the ability to use information technologies effectively. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics in Biomedical Engineering. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to work effectively in intra-disciplinary (Biomedical Engineering) and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports in Biomedical Engineering and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | 2 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Get awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information in the field of Biomedical Engineering, to follow developments in science and technology, and the ability to constantly self-renewal. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Acting following ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility in the field of Biomedical Engineering, and knowledge of the standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knowledge of project management and practices in the field of Biomedical Engineering, such as risk management and change management; awareness about entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Understanding the universal and societal impacts of Biomedical Engineering applications on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal implications of Biomedical Engineering solutions. | |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Sufficient knowledge in the disciplines of anatomy and physiology | |
| PLO13 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Ability to perform measurements on living systems and to interpret the data collected from these measurements. | |
| PLO14 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Solving problems related to the interaction of living organisms with materials and systems, and interpreting the outcomes. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Types of Entrepreneurship | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | The Three Pillars of Sustainable Development (Economic, Social, Environmental) | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Sustainable Business Models | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Innovation and Sustainability | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Social Impact and Impact Measurement | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Circular Economy and Entrepreneurship | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility in Entrepreneurship | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Sustainable Entrepreneurship Cases from Turkey and the World | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Sustainable Development Policies and the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Scaling Sustainable Ventures and Growth Strategies | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Technology,Digitalization, and Sustainable Ventures | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Future Trends in Entrepreneurship (Green Deal, Net Zero, Artificial Intelligence) | Reading lecture materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 31 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 1,24 | ||
| ECTS | 1 ECTS | ||