Startup Studio

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
BUSI 3056
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Course ID
205543
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course will provide students with a practical experience in enterprise formation. This course will also create new collaborations and connections between students and industry mentors and expert advisers through the Innovation and Collaboration Centre - UniSA's startup incubator. This course is designed to equip students with the applied knowledge, practical tools and expertise to develop and design a scalable and innovative business model for a new concept. Incorporating a blend of advanced business model design, design thinking and ideation, expert guest presentations from founders and pitch development, students will be guided through a unique three-part course that commences with a series of ideation and team formation workshops, moving into a two-day intensive experience culminating with a pitch presentation, and concluding with a reflection phase to consolidate and define the strategy for moving the concept forward.

Course learning outcomes

  • Design a scalable and innovative business model for a new concept.
  • Develop collaboration skills and demonstrate an ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge, tools and skills required to formulate a business strategy for an early-stage startup venture.
  • Demonstrate an ability to utilise business model tools and critically apply design thinking methodologies.
  • Develop communication skills and gain experience in pitching entrepreneurial ideas to the investor community.

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