Washington and Lee University
Prerequisite: At least sophomore standing, from any major. Social entrepreneurship is distinguished within the broad discipline of entrepreneurship by its focus upon complex societal challenges (e.g., hunger, education, health care) and explicit expectations for what is known as "social impact." The goals of this course are: (a) to introduce students to the structure, methods, and mindsets of the social venture community (e.g., key ventures, foundations, venture philanthropy, social return), (b) to engage students in the application of these methods and mindsets through not only case analyses and discussions, but also the proposal of a new social venture, and (c) to encourage students to change the world in significant and positive ways.