Social entrepreneurship a practical approach / Rasheda L. Weaver.
| Author/creator | Weaver, Rasheda L. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | London ; New York, NY : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2023. |
| Description | 1 online resource |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Taylor & Francis eBooks |
| Subjects |
| Contents | What is social entrepreneurship? -- The emergence of social enterprise across the world -- Assessing needs to create value -- Social enterprise and community development -- Models of social impact -- Start-up financing -- Revenue models -- Business planning and launching -- Social impact measurement -- Scaling a social enterprise -- Challenges and success factors -- Social enterprise laws and policy. |
| Abstract | "Social Entrepreneurship: A Practical Approach 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"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Source of description | Description based on print version record and CIP data provided by publisher. |
| Issued in other form | Print version: Weaver, Rasheda L. Social entrepreneurship London ; New York, NY : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2023 9781032129464 |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2022030630 |
| ISBN | 9781003226963 (ebook) |
| ISBN | (hardback) |
| ISBN | (paperback) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |