Software Business (5 cr)
Code: AL00CB66-3001
General information
Enrollment
15.03.2021 - 15.04.2021
Timing
10.05.2021 - 24.08.2021
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Business and Hospitality Management (LAB)
Campus
E-campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 100
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Teachers
- Aki Vainio
Groups
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LABLPRKES21KH
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LABLTIKES21KH
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- form a business plan for a software product
- recognize the unique aspects of software business
- communicate their ideas regarding software business to stakeholders
Implementation and methods of teaching
The course is based on independent work based on materials provided by the teacher and further research by the student.
Please be aware that the teacher will be unavailable between 12.6.-8.8.
Timing and attendance
The course opens on May 10th and assignments need to be returned by the 24th of August. There is a non-mandatory starting session on May 10th at 17:00 on Zoom:
https://lut.zoom.us/j/63004186656
Learning material and recommended literature
Materials provided by the teacher.
Exam retakes
No exams
Learning environment
LUT Moodle
Contents
The course covers the following subjects:
- business plans for software products
- unique aspects of software products
- software product lifecycle
- business models for software products
- software ecosystems
- pricing and cost structures for software products
- legal issues and ethics
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Ability to work independently
Assessment criteria
The course grade is based on a business plan for a software product.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Failed (0)
Insufficient depth in the business plan
Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved
The student is able to show an understanding of how software products differ from other products and how software products can be managed.