Course Description

This course is designed for individuals who are committed to social justice and aspire to make a social impact, aiming to transform the lives of the underserved. It caters to social entrepreneurs, nonprofit staff, and business leaders interested in corporate social responsibility and sustainability. Participants will explore case studies of successful social enterprises across the globe and learn to balance social goals with financial sustainability.

What Students Will Learn

• Understanding the significance of social entrepreneurship and how it differs from traditional entrepreneurship.
• Applying design thinking methodologies to devise solutions for social challenges.
• Identifying the traits of effective social entrepreneurs and different social enterprise models.
• Mastering a disciplined approach to entrepreneurship from concept to market plan.

Course Prerequisites

No prerequisites are required, making this course accessible to anyone interested in making a social impact regardless of their previous experience.

Course Coverage

• Key features and motivations behind social entrepreneurship.
• The role of design thinking in social innovation.
• Market analysis, value proposition, and customer segmentation specifically tailored for social ventures.
• Developing and implementing a business model aligned with social goals.

Intended Audience

This course is ideal for aspiring or current social entrepreneurs, nonprofit employees, and business professionals in roles focused on corporate social responsibility and sustainability.

Real-World Application

Skills acquired from this course can be applied in establishing or managing social enterprises, enhancing corporate social responsibility strategies, and generally contributing to social change through innovative business practices.

Syllabus Overview

• Module 1: Introduction to social entrepreneurship.
• Module 2: In-depth exploration of social entrepreneurs' motivations and societal impacts.
• Module 3: Applying design thinking in social entrepreneurship contexts.
• Module 4 to 6: Detailed guidance through the disciplined entrepreneurship process tailored for social enterprises.