Social Entrepreneurship (901N1)
Social Entrepreneurship
Module 901N1
Module details for 2026/27.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
Social Enterprises have been important actors to address societal grand challenges such as poverty, climate crisis and inequalities etc. This module aims to equip students with the knowledge to understand the complex environments in which social enterprises operate, as well as the challenges associated with setting up, growing, and managing them. In addition, this module will provide opportunities for students to work on real-life economic, social, or environmental problems, and help them develop their problem-solving skills, teamwork, and presentation skills.
Module learning outcomes
Systematically understand key aspects and challenges of leading social
enterprises
Demonstrate critical awareness of social problems and the role of social
entrepreneurs addressing these problems.
Critically review the role and impact of social entrepreneurs in the society
Collaboratively, creatively, and systematically deal with challenges of
addressing social issues
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group Presentation | T2 Week 7 (15 hours) | 50.00% |
| Group written submission | T2 Week 10 | 50.00% |
| Essay (2500 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Thu 16:00 | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 01111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Ozgu Karakulak
Convenor, Assess convenor
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Dr Rana Zayadin
Assess convenor, Convenor
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