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MGT 3570 - New Venture Social Responsibility


2 credits

This course focuses upon social enterprises including ventures with a social mission, non-governmental-organizations (NGOs), and not-for-profit enterprises. Students learn about the growing interest in social entrepreneurship and why serving a broader purpose makes sense. Students learn how social venture business models differ from those of for-profit ventures. Theory underlying social capital, economics, micro venturing and philanthropy are taught in this course. Networking, governance, compliance, and business ethics are all examined.

Prerequisite/Restriction: Admittance to a USU major, cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; completion of at least 40 credits.

Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer