BUS 663 - Integrative Sustainable Venture Plan, 3 credit hours

The purpose of this course is to plan, start or build an ethical, sustainable and profitable venture for an existing or new business, NGO or governmental organization. Students may work individually or in a group to complete a strategic business plan that will include a management plan, financial statements, risk analysis, an operations and marketing plan, and an action plan to implement the venture. Course instruction will center around a series of integrated modules that will focus on the practical implementation of all aspects of the curriculum. Students will explore the connections between the strategic foundation of the venture and the cultural, sustainable and spiritual aspects of their values, core purpose and goals within a global business context. Problem solving and critical decision-making will be integral to this course.