ONLINE COURSE “SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP” — PROMETHEUS
The main goal of the course “Social Entrepreneurship” is to provide participants with a comprehensive set of knowledge and skills necessary for effectively launching their own social business or participating in social projects. An important feature of the course is the specially recorded interviews with social entrepreneurs from Ukraine and people involved in promoting the culture of social entrepreneurship. Enrollment is free; registration is required.
WHO WILL FIND THIS COURSE INTERESTING
- Those wishing to start their own business that benefits society, including people with disabilities;
- Entrepreneurs who want to engage in social projects;
- Representatives of nonprofit organizations seeking greater financial opportunities;
- Students studying business and nonprofit management;
- Business educators looking for new approaches.
COURSE CONTENT
Topic 1: “What is Social Entrepreneurship?” Topic 2: “Planning Social Entrepreneurship” Topic 3: “Organizing Social Entrepreneurship” Topic 4: “Finding Funding for Social Entrepreneurship and Marketing” Topic 5: “Evaluating Results and Further Development”
REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPANTS
The course requires no special preparation. Basic knowledge of economics, entrepreneurship, and business planning is desirable. Some of the recommended literature listed in the course is written in English.
WEEKLY STUDY LOAD
3–5 hours
COURSE DURATION
5 weeks
The course is completely free. The instructor may recommend educational literature so you can explore certain topics in greater depth, but the materials available within the course will be sufficient for successful completion. All you need is internet access fast enough to watch video lectures.
After completing the course, successfully complete all assignments and receive a certificate of completion signed by the instructor!
Video lectures, assignments, a forum, and the opportunity to obtain a certificate are available at any time.
COURSE AUTHORS
Artem Kornetskyi — Doctor of Philosophy, co-founder of School of ME, Associate Professor at the Ukrainian Catholic University.
Patrick J. Murphy — Doctor of Philosophy, Professor at DePaul University (Chicago).
Ukraine–Chicago; the course was created with the support of the Western NIS Enterprise Fund.
