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020			_a9781032129433
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100			_aWeaver, Rasheda L. _911966
245			_aSocial entrepreneurship: _ba practical introduction
260			_bRoutledge _aNew York _c2023
300			_aviii, 131 p.
365			_aGBP _b32.99
504			_aTable of Contents Introduction 1. What is Social Entrepreneurship? 2. The Emergence of Social Enterprise Across the World 3. Assessing Needs to Create Value 4. Social Enterprise and Community Development 5. Models of Social Impact 6. Start-Up Financing 7. Revenue Models 8. Business Planning and Launching 9. Social Impact Measurement 10. Scaling a Social Enterprise 11. Challenges and Success Factors 12. Social Enterprise Laws and Policy
520			_aSocial Entrepreneurship: A Practical Introduction equips aspiring entrepreneurs with the tools needed to design and launch businesses to create positive social change in their communities. This accessible textbook aims to educate and motivate people interested in social entrepreneurship, showing that such businesses are a valuable part of the community development toolbox. Each chapter focuses on a key aspect of social entrepreneurship, from value creation and business planning to impact measurement and scaling up. Different social business models are presented, with analysis of their strengths and weaknesses. Cases and examples are included throughout the book and showcase real-life social enterprises in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, Africa, and the Caribbean. Discussion questions also support reflection and learning. A downloadable workbook offers support with checklists, social impact measurement, and other areas. An instructor manual containing test questions and experiential exercises is also available as a digital supplement for adopters. This book is ideal for introductory courses in social entrepreneurship and community development. It will also be valuable for those involved in social enterprises on the ground.
650			_aSocial entrepreneurship _91488
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