Social Entrepreneurship And Community Development
- Management Sciences
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 105 pages
- 9 units
This course on Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development equips learners with knowledge of Social Entrepreneurship, especially in Nigeria. It consists of 20 units, each requiring three hours of study. The course covers the concept, foundations, need assessment, entrepreneurial areas, and the future of Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development in Nigeria. It also explains technical terms and enables students to appreciate Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development as a field of study.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 60 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of ENT413, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
ENT413 · UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
These are examples of some people who fought for what they believed in and brought about varying degrees of change in their respective spheres of work.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the basic terms/concept of Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development
- Provide information on the various aspects of Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development
- Educate learners on the need assessment of Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development
- Enlighten learners on various Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development areas and services to venture into
- Educate learners on the future of Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development especially in Nigeria
What it prepares you for
- Social Entrepreneur
- Community Development Officer
- Non-profit Manager
- Social Impact Consultant
- Program Manager
- Non-profit
- Government
- Social Enterprise
- Community Development
- International Development
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Funding Options, Social Business Model and Social Returns on Investment
Unit 1: Creating a Social Business Model
Understanding the financial implications of different revenue streams requires a strong grasp of accounting principles and financial analysis.
- Module 3: Funding Options, Social Business Model and Social Returns on Investment
Unit 2: Social Investment (Funding Options for Social Enterprises)
Evaluating the potential of an enterprise requires understanding the competitive environment and the characteristics of the target group.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 39 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development
Unit 1: Concept of Social Entrepreneurship · 3 hours
Read the introduction to Social Entrepreneurship.. Understand the history and growth of Social Entrepreneurship.. Identify the characteristics of a Social Entrepreneur..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development
Unit 2: Concept of Community Development · 3 hours
Understand the concept of Community Development.. Identify the impediments to Community Development.. Explore the development components of Community Development..
- Week 3Module 1: Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development
Unit 3: Poverty and the Need for Social Entrepreneurship · 3 hours
Analyze the conceptualization of poverty.. Identify the causes of poverty.. Explore social opportunities from the Social Development Goals (SDG 1 & 2)..
- Week 4Module 2: Introduction to Social Change, Social Capital and Social Innovation
Unit 1: Social Capital and Social Impact · 3 hours
Understand the concept of Social Capital.. Explore the creation and application of Social Capital.. Identify the negative effects of Social Capital..
- Week 5Module 2: Introduction to Social Change, Social Capital and Social Innovation
Unit 2: Social Enterprise · 3 hours
Define Social Enterprise.. Explore Social Enterprises around the world.. Identify the advantages of Social Enterprises..
- Week 6Module 2: Introduction to Social Change, Social Capital and Social Innovation
Unit 3: Social Innovation · 3 hours
Understand the concept of Social Innovation.. Explore the role of technology in Social Innovation.. Identify theories of Social Innovation..
- Week 7Module 3: Funding Options, Social Business Model and Social Returns on Investment
Unit 1: Creating a Social Business Model · 3 hours
Learn how to build a business model for a social enterprise.. Understand the business model canvas.. Consider special factors when developing a social business model..
- Week 8Module 3: Funding Options, Social Business Model and Social Returns on Investment
Unit 2: Social Investment (Funding Options for Social Enterprises) · 3 hours
Understand who should consider a social investment.. Explore the process of social investment.. Learn about screening and due diligence..
- Week 9Module 3: Funding Options, Social Business Model and Social Returns on Investment
Unit 3: Social Returns on Investment · 3 hours
Understand the concept of Social Returns on Investment (SROI).. Identify types of Social Returns on Investment (SROI).. Explore the principles of Social Returns on Investment (SROI)..
- Week 10Module 1: Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development
Module 1 Review · 3 hours
Review Module 1: Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development. Revise key concepts and definitions.. Prepare for assignments..
- Week 11Module 2: Introduction to Social Change, Social Capital and Social Innovation
Module 2 Review · 3 hours
Review Module 2: Introduction to Social Change, Social Capital and Social Innovation. Revise key concepts and definitions.. Prepare for assignments..
- Week 12Module 3: Funding Options, Social Business Model and Social Returns on Investment
Module 3 Review · 3 hours
Review Module 3: Funding Options, Social Business Model and Social Returns on Investment. Revise key concepts and definitions.. Prepare for assignments..
- Week 13Final Revision
Final Revision · 3 hours
Final Revision. Complete all assignments.. Prepare for final examination..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all module objectives and summaries.
- Practice answering tutor-marked assignment questions.
- Create concept maps linking key terms and theories.
- Focus on understanding the differences between social and traditional entrepreneurship.
- Study case studies of successful social enterprises.
- Allocate study time evenly across all modules.
- Practice time management during mock exams.
Questions students ask about this course
What is ENT413 about?
This course on Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development equips learners with knowledge of Social Entrepreneurship, especially in Nigeria. It consists of 20 units, each requiring three hours of study. The course covers the concept, foundations, need assessment, entrepreneurial areas, and the future of Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development in Nigeria. It also explains technical terms and enables students to appreciate Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development as a field of study.
How many units does ENT413 have?
ENT413, Social Entrepreneurship And Community Development, has 9 units across 3 modules, over 105 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is ENT413?
ENT413 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Management Sciences.
Is ENT413 hard?
ENT413 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does ENT413 take to study?
About 60 hours of study, spread across its 9 units.
How is ENT413 assessed?
ENT413 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with ENT413?
Social Entrepreneur, Community Development Officer, Non profit Manager, Social Impact Consultant and Program Manager.