6. Entrepreneurship : Meaning & concept; psychological & social factors; conditions needed for entrepreneurship;
role of government; qualities of a prospective entrepreneur. [2L]
7. Entrepreneurial Motivation : McClelland’s N-Ach theory; self – analysis, personal efficacy, culture & values,
risk- taking behaviour, technology backup. [4L]
8. Entrepreneurial Skills : Creativity , problem solving, decision making, communication, leadership quality. [2L]
9. Information : Assistance from different organizations in setting up a new venture; technology parks; industrial
corporations; directorate of industries / cottage and small scale industries, SISI, Khadi & Village Industries
Commission, DGS & DNSIC, DGFT, how to apply for assistance – procedure, forms, procedures for obtaining contract
from Railways, Defence, P & T etc., SIDBI. [3L]
10. Preparation of Project Report : Product/service selection; feasibility report preparation [2L]
11. Case Studies : Diagnostic case studies of successful / unsuccessful entrepreneurs; key variables explaining success/
failures