Have you ever wondered what it would be like to create real change? You don't have to start your own organization to make a difference in the world. Everyone can learn the social entrepreneurship mindset and skillset to build social impact. In this course, you will immerse yourself in a social or environmental challenge you want to tackle. You'll start by researching your topic of choice, talking to people, and ideating a potential solution that you can contribute. Then, you'll build a business model around that solution, understanding concepts like measuring social change, ensuring financial viability, funding and pitching. This course is a safe space to experiment and explore. You'll be guided by a ten stage framework to help structure your journey. Along the way, you'll hear from social entrepreneurs around the world through case studies and campus conversations. These include Yale alumni, members of the New Haven community, and global changemakers. Everyone is welcome to join this course! You can apply your lived, learned, or professional experience to discover how you're going to make a difference.

Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

Instructor: Teresa Chahine
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RS
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2024
One of the best courses I have done! REALLY WELL TAUGHT an really shifted my mindset on several aspects.
NN
Reviewed on May 21, 2024
I really like how this material kept me engaged and encouraged. I have new tools and thought processes for power sharing with others like me or not like me to further my agendas and goals.
JJ
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
The most practical course and it covers alot of module that will he first time social entrepreneur.
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