Description
Offered by the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
Empowering You to Think, Create, and Build
📘 Course Overview
ENT 101: Introduction to Entrepreneurship is a foundational course offered by the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), designed to introduce students to the principles, mindset, and skills required to become successful entrepreneurs in today’s economy.
This course equips you with the basic knowledge of entrepreneurship, from identifying opportunities and generating business ideas, to managing small enterprises and creating value in society. Whether you aim to start your own business or work innovatively within an organization, ENT 101 lays the groundwork for an entrepreneurial future.
🎯 What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you will:
- Understand the meaning, scope, and types of entrepreneurship
- Discover how to identify business opportunities in your environment
- Learn how to generate and evaluate business ideas
- Explore the essentials of starting and running a small business
- Gain basic knowledge on business planning, marketing, finance, and risk management
- Appreciate the role of innovation, creativity, and leadership in entrepreneurship
- Understand the contribution of entrepreneurs to economic development and job creation
📚 Course Content Includes:
- Definition and Evolution of Entrepreneurship
- Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs
- Sources of Business Ideas and Opportunity Recognition
- Feasibility Analysis and Business Planning
- Forms of Business Ownership
- Financing and Budgeting for Startups
- Marketing and Sales Strategies
- Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
- Entrepreneurship in the Nigerian Context
👩🏫 Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for:
- Students of all disciplines at NOUN (It’s a general studies course)
- Aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners
- Creatives, freelancers, and tech innovators
- Anyone interested in turning their passion into a profitable venture
🧩 Course Format
- Institution: National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
- Course Code: ENT 101
- Delivery Mode: Online & Distance Learning
- Assessment: Tutor-marked assignments (TMA) + Final Examination
- Credits: 2 Units
🌟 Why This Course Matters
✔️ Builds your entrepreneurial mindset
✔️ Offers tools to start your own business
✔️ Encourages financial independence and innovation
✔️ Equips you for Nigeria’s fast-evolving economy
✔️ Adds value to any degree or career path
💬 What Past Learners Say
“ENT 101 helped me move from idea to action. I launched my own online thrift business during the semester.”
— Chinyere I., Business Administration Student
“It’s not just theory — it gave me practical steps to follow and inspired me to think like a creator, not just a consumer.”
— Ahmed B., Computer Science Student
🚀 Start Your Entrepreneurial Journey Today
No matter your field of study, ENT 101 will empower you to turn your ideas into action. Whether you’re planning a business, solving problems in your community, or just thinking differently — this is where it begins.
📘 Course Title: Introduction to Entrepreneurship
📍 Course Code: ENT 101
🏛️ Institution: National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
🌐 Study Mode: Flexible | Online | Self-paced