Business Plan



Assessment 2: Preparation of Business Plan

Weighting:                    75%

Guideline length:          maximum 3000 words

Mode of activity:          Individual
You are required to write a business plan either for a business idea you have. This can be a real or an imaginary business or a plan foran existing small business. Whilst you do not have to follow any precise format, a specimen format is provided in the textbook. The interactive chapter exercises on the textbook website allow you to build your plan step-by-step and place it in this format.
Specimen plans are readily available on the internet. However be warned, do not copy the contents of on-line plans. Turnitin will reveal this and it is an academic offence which will automatically cause you to fail the assessment.
Marks for this assessment will be awarded based on the criteria below.
Ø Clarity, consistency and originality of value proposition(s)                         10%
Ø Clear identification of target market segment(s)                                           10%
Ø Comprehensiveness of market and competitor analysis                                10%
Ø Consistency/originality of core marketing & entry and/or growth strategies                 10%
Ø Comprehensivenessand accuracy of financial projections
(including assumptions)                                                                      20%
Ø Comprehensive identification of resources required and financing              10%
Ø Identification of material risks and their mitigation                                      10%
Ø Realism and practicality of plan                                                                    10%
Ø Overall presentation, including clarity of English                                        10%
                                                                                                                    100%
Marks will be awarded for the thoroughness of the plan - not for the profit-making potential of the business idea. A good plan that proves the idea to be unviable can receive full marks. A profit projection, breakeven calculation, monthly cash flow forecast and balance sheet are required for only the first year and should be included in the appendix. You must also provide details of the assumptions on which these are based.
References: Academic citations (e.g. to academic models) are not expected in a business plan.However, if you cite sources for information used (e.g. market size) you must ensure that they are properly referenced (normally a web reference.

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