Scientific Report Writing and Capstone Project Delivery - Alumni Professional Development BSUS 0744

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Critically evaluate primary sustainability literature and interpret case studies in the context of scientific sustainability models, theories and frameworks.
• Apply scientific theory to formulate solutions to modern sustainability problems.
• Independently (as a team) write a scientific article. Ability to present the problem raised, the methods, theory and empirical material of the study in accordance with the structure of a scientific article.
• Research, develop and integrate components of a business/sustainability implementation plan including an economic model, timeline and critical risks, financial plan, and the proposed business offering.
• Conduct primary and secondary research for the business venture/implementation including appropriate due diligence assessment.
• Evaluate and critique the business model, management strategy, financials and strategic plan of a business venture/implementation to ensure sustainable growth/change.
• Demonstrate the capacity to think strategically about a business venture in a complex and changing environment.
• Present an innovative business/sustainability implementation plan to panel of judges including management, potential investors, entrepreneurs, bankers, leaders in the community and other stakeholders.
• Integrate knowledge and skills from the second term coursework to produce an exceptional business or sustainability implementation plan, recommendation and discussion for future research.

Effective as of Fall 2018