Learning Object 4

Evaluate the entrepreneurial idea in the context of the market and competitors and make an assessment of potential viability

Methods of Evaluation:
  • Evaluation of ideas using SWOT based on evidence from macro-environment, market and competitor analysis.
  • Objective assessment of the idea to judge whether it is likely to be viable as a business or social enterprise proposition.


As a graduate you are seeking to set up your own start-up business. You have had several ideas but only one can be viable. In preparing a pitch to present to financial investors you will provide the background to your sources of inspiration and the market research you have undertaken to support taking the idea forward.


Evaluate the entrepreneurial idea in the context of the market and competitors and make an assessment of potential viability

P5.        Apply a SWOT framework to collate evidence to support an objective assessment of a specific entrepreneurial idea.

P6.        Evaluate the competitive and market environments in which the idea will be launched to assess potential viability.

M4.       Critically evaluate a specific entrepreneurial idea in the context of the marketplace and competition.

D4.       Formulate valid conclusions and justified recommendations on how a specific entrepreneurial idea can be developed, managed and sustained within the competitive market place.