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College of Sustainability

SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

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COURSE TITLE: SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

LEVEL: CERTIFICATE

MODE OF LEARNING: VIRTUAL LEARNING

DURATION: 4 MONTHS

Course Description
This course introduces the concept of social entrepreneurship, covering topics such as social impact, business planning, funding, and scaling social ventures. Participants will explore how business can address social issues.

Learning Objectives

  • Define social entrepreneurship and understand its principles.
  • Develop business plans for social ventures.
  • Explore funding sources and scaling strategies for social enterprises.

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, participants will be able to:

  • Identify social issues and propose sustainable solutions.
  • Create financial models for social ventures.
  • Understand strategies for funding and scaling social enterprises.

COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship

  • Defining Social Entrepreneurship
  • Social Impact and Innovation
  • Role of Social Entrepreneurs

Module 2: Business Planning for Social Impact

  • Identifying Social Issues
  • Creating Sustainable Solutions
  • Financial Modeling for Social Enterprises

Module 3: Funding and Scaling Social Ventures

  • Funding Sources for Social Enterprises
  • Scaling Strategies
  • Impact Measurement and Reporting

Module 4: Case Studies and Practical Applications

  • Successful Social Enterprises
  • Pitching Social Ventures
  • Mentorship and Networking Opportunities

Benefits of the Course

  • Develop skills to create social impact through business.
  • Understand the intersection of business and social issues.
  • Contribute to the growth of social enterprises.

Target Audience

  • Social entrepreneurs, business leaders, and individuals passionate about social impact.
  • Individuals seeking to start or lead socially responsible businesses.

Course Prospects & Marketability

  • Positions participants for roles in social entrepreneurship and impact investment.
  • Relevant for careers in social enterprise management, impact consulting, and social innovation.
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