Do you have an idea that could help solve a societal problem? Are you wondering if starting a social enterprise is the best way to go forward? You are thinking about becoming a social entrepreneur! In this course, you’ll critically examine what makes for a good idea, and whether that idea requires starting a new business. You’ll craft a personal immersion plan while considering different ways to create impact. Students in this course will gain knowledge about social entrepreneurs and how they are creating solutions to address societal problems, learn how to develop creative solutions to address social problems, and empower you to see social entrepreneurship as a force for social change. The course is designed for you if you want to gain valuable tools to prepare you to make an impact on the lives of others.
Courses
Introduction in to Social Enterprise
When & Where
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20 September 2024 - 11 October 2024 ( 22 hours, 4 weeks )
- Day Time, Friday
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View course timetable
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North Kensington Centre
Quick Facts
- Availability Yes
- Course Code K24BEFB24A
- Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course
What you will learn
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Introduction to social entrepreneurship
- Identify what a Social Issue is – and discover how the different types that affect our societies can be helped through business
- You will learn the difference between a Social Enterprise, a Charity and a traditional business model
- Creating social change: The social value proposition and identifying a social business opportunity
- Recognise the challenges and opportunities for the development of social enterprises
Cost
Full fee
£320
Concession fee
£320
Class format and activities
The teaching methods for this course include - Individual or group activity on a topic area of interest to the students on social change. Weekly discussion and reflections, mini cases and videos about a social entrepreneur, weekly exercises to enhance learning, weekly shared student journal/discussion (blog or other user friendly online tool) to share with peers. Opportunity to apply for grant funding with Unltd
Entry requirements
You don't need any prior knowledge or experience
What you need to know before you enrol
No prior knowledge and/or experience of creating a business are needed to take the course. This course is suitable for learners wanting to start a Social Enterprise and also for those who just want to know more about what a Social Enterprise is.
What you need
Bring a pen and paper
What you can do next
You can progress onto other accredited and non-accredited courses at Morley College.
