Ceramic Entrepreneurship

At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. describe the business side of ceramics; and 2. explore ceramics as an entrepreneurial craft and discuss practical tips on setting up a thriving ceramic business venture.

This course will expose students to the business side of ceramics. Under the guidance of the course lecturer, students will explore ceramics as an entrepreneurial craft and will learn practical tips on setting up a thriving ceramic business venture beginning with a viable ceramic business plan adaptable for today's market and consumers' needs. Students will be tasked to familiarise themselves with prevailing market conditions while they embark on initiatives to market their own works through individual endeavour or partnership. A self-reflection on their ventures will be compiled in reports that will be assessed by the course lecturer.