AGRI 2130 - Capstone Business Plan

Academic Division:

Health Sciences

Academic Discipline:

Agriculture

Assistant Dean: Leesa Cox, MBA, PTA

1 Credit(s)
This course will allow students to develop a foundational plan that will allow them to strategically lead the development of a business. This course will address all aspects of a business from establishment including daily decision making to expansion, diversification, and evaluation of the business. Semesters Available: Fa - Eve UG

1 Lecture Hour(s);

Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take BUSM 2050 , BUSM-2210

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative LiteracyFormative Assessment: In class discussion and worksheets 7th & 8th week Summative Assessment: Business Plan and Presentation end of term

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
Identify new business and market opportunities while exploring innovative management practices and niche markets.	Formative Assessment: In class discussion and worksheets 1st & 2nd week Summative Assessment: Business Plan and Presentation end of term
Evaluate successful businesses and plans as they develop mission and vision statements for their company.	Formative Assessment: In class discussion and worksheets 3rd & 4th week Summative Assessment: Business Plan and Presentation end of term
Plan strategically for business financial decisions including management policies.	Formative Assessment: In class discussion and worksheets. 5th & 6th week Summative Assessment: Business Plan and Presentation end of term
Demonstrate ability to critically and creatively research potential markets	Formative Assessment: In class discussion and worksheets 7th & 8th week Summative Assessment: Business Plan and Presentation end of term
Recognize potential risks associated with business establishment	Formative Assessment: In class discussion and worksheets 7th & 8th week Summative Assessment: Business Plan and Presentation end of term
Prepare business policies and core values	Formative Assessment: In class discussion and worksheets 9th & 10th week Summative Assessment: Business Plan and Presentation end of term
Communicate business plan to lenders and potential partners and clients.	Formative Assessment: In class discussion and worksheets 11th & 12th week Summative Assessment: Business Plan and Presentation end of term

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

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