Social Enterprise Lab credit: 3 or

4 Hours

Enables students to launch and scale social ventures—firms, nonprofits, programs, or products that address social problems. It couples structure with deliverables particular to each venture's needs. Topics include: incorporation and corporate forms; financing; business planning; organizational governance; monitoring and evaluation; liability and risk management; and marketing, branding, and identity. Alongside the structured modules and deliverables, students discuss and troubleshoot their startup challenges and opportunities. The course develops entrepreneurial skill sets and broader understanding of social issues through deep engagement with entrepreneurial action. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Credit is not given toward graduation for: Credit is not given toward graduation for SOCW 445 and SOCW 375. Prerequisite: SOCW 321 recommended.