Republic of the Philippines

Taguig City University

GRADUATE SCHOOL
MASTER IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Gen. Santos Ave., Central Bicutan, Taguig City

Course Syllabus
MBA 208
ENTREPRENEURIAL MANAGEMENT
3 Units

2nd Semester, A.Y. 2018-2019

CLASS SCHEDULE: Sunday, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Room 205

PROFESSOR: Prof. Marlon B. Raquel, MBA, LPT

Assistant Professor III

EMAIL ADDRESS: tfvcdbaa@gmail.com

REFERENCE BOOK: Any book on entrepreneurship

CLASS WEBSITE: http://www.tcumba.weebly.com

TCU VISION:
An eminent center of excellent higher education towards social advancement

TCU MISSION:
To nurture a vibrant culture of academic wellness responsive to the challenges of technology
and the global community

TCU PHILOSOPHY:
Social transformation for a caring community and an ecologically balanced country

MBA PROGRAM MISSION:

The University shall take care in providing the nucleus of business management that will
prepare the students in creating new venture in planning business jobs of productive capacity
through innovation.

MBA PROGRAM GOAL:

Prepare the students in the art of business administration as future business and
entrepreneurial managers

MBA PROGRAM OBJECTIVE:

Provide sufficient knowledge and skills that would enhance the formulation of viable business
plan which will serve as document that will help the entrepreneur finance a business

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COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course concerns the study of entrepreneurship in general. This is intended for MBA
students who are working for an entrepreneurial company, have existing business
ventures, or have plans to start an entrepreneurial activity in the future.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

At the end of the semester, the student will be able to develop skills for identifying and
evaluating business opportunities which can be in the form of a new entrepreneurial
venture or a new initiative within an existing business of which team projects are
specifically helpful.

Class activities such as topical presentations, participation during class discussions,

and analyses of topical reports will sharpen both your written and oral communication
skills.

Knowledge and understanding about basic principles in entrepreneurship will be

enhanced and measured through your performance in the final examination.

COURSE OUTLINE:

TENTATIVE TOPIC REPORTERS

DATE

JANUARY 20, Introduction

2019 Discussion of Syllabus

ORIGIN AND NATURE OF

ENTREPRENEURSHIP
JANUARY 27,
2019 ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE
PHILIPPINES

WEALTH CREATION, MANAGEMENT

AND ITS VALUE
FEBRUARY 3,
2019 ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN
SINGAPORE & BRUNEI

ENTREPRENEURIAL

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 CHARACTERISTICS AND
COMPETENCIES
FEBRUARY 10,
2019 ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THAILAND
& MALAYSIA

BUSINESS PLAN
FEBRUARY 17,
2019 ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN
INDONESIA & VIETNAM

FEBRUARY 24, LEGAL DOCUMENTARY

2019 REQUIREMENTS AND PROCESSES
IN ESTABLISHING A BUSINESS

ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN PACIFIC
ISLANDS

PROBLEM-SOLVING STRATEGIES
MARCH 3, 2019
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN MYANMAR
& CAMBODIA

NETWORKS, SOCIAL CAPITAL, AND

MARCH 10, 2019 ENTREPRENEURSHIP

ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN LAOS &

EAST TIMOR

CORPORATE ENTREPRENEURSHIP
MARCH 17, 2019
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN SOUTH
KOREA & NORTH KOREA

UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS OF

MARCH 24, 2019 ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE,
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN JAPAN &

CHINA

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MARCH 31, 2019 BUSINESS ETHICS AND SOCIAL
RESPONSIBILITY

ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN CANADA &

AUSTRALIA

BUSINESS SUCCESS THROUGH

PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT
APRIL 7, 2019
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN ISRAEL &
THE MIDDLE EAST

GLOBAL TRENDS IN BUSINESS

APRIL 14, 2019
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN LATIN
AMERICA

FRANCHISING
APRIL 21, 2019
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN
SCANDINAVIAN COUNTRIES

APRIL 28, 2019 E-COMMERCE

.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN INDIA

SUCCESS STORIES OF FILIPINO

MAY 5, 2019 ENTREPRENEURS

ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN AFRICA

NETWORKING
MAY 12, 2019 ENTREPRENEURSHIP

ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE
PHILIPPINE REGIONS

MAY 19, 2019 SYNTHESIS

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COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

Creation of a Business Enterprise (30%) – The class shall be divided into two groups.
Each group shall think a business concept where the expected output is a business
enterprise. It can be a partnership, cooperative, or a corporation. Your business will
serve as your laboratory. Legal documentary requirements shall be produced in order
to have a legal identity of the organization. A successful project will earn a final
grade not lower than 1.25.

Compilation of Synthesis Papers (30%) – Each student will prepare a one pager
synthesis paper for every topic as reflected in the Course Outline, i.e., 16 synthesis
papers are expected to be submitted at the end of the semester. All papers from all
students shall be compiled into one book and submit to me two (2) hardbound
copies. The same shall be submitted electronically to tfvcdbaa@gmail.com. The same
format and style shall be used for all synthesis papers.

Topical Report (20%) – Each student/pair will choose a topic based on the course
outline. Contents of your reports must be based on the reference book. Submit the
same (Powerpoint format) to tfvcdbaa@gmail.com a week before your scheduled
report. Reporters must distribute photocopies of their reports to their classmates
before the presentation. It is expected that the reporters will discuss comprehensively
the assigned reading.

Class Participation (20%) – As an MBA student, you are expected to demonstrate

your knowledge in organizational behavior (from theories you are learning to
applications in your respective workplace). Likewise, this goal will not be fully utilized if
your attendance is erratic. Being present in our class sessions means having the
opportunity to share your knowledge with your classmates.

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Other reminders:

1. Attendance – Your attendance will be checked by affixing your signatures on the

attendance sheet. Please do not forget to sign. If you cannot attend the class,
you have to inform me in advance.

2. Use of Audio-Visual Presentations – During reports, it is expected that you

prepare PowerPoint presentations (not Microsoft Word). Your PPTs must contain
the summarized points and presented in bullet type. Minimize the use of
paragraphs. You may play some videos to supplement your report.

3. Consultations – Please do not hesitate to approach me for questions and

clarifications regarding course requirements and other class matters.

4. Syllabus – This syllabus is subject to change. Dates are tentative but we shall
strive to finish all course topics covered, discuss the assigned readings, and
accomplish all requirements within the semester.

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