MBA 688

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Corporate Social Innovation

Marriott School of Business

Course Description

Examining and applying models of social innovation unique to corporations: direct investment, partnerships with governments and/or NGOs, direct- or foundation-based philanthropy, and industry-or sector-level interventions, in both domestic and international contexts.

When Taught

Winter

Min

1.5

Fixed/Max

1.5

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Managing change and transitions

Learning Outcome

Explain the challenges of change and transition that accompany social innovation.

Title

Applying business models to social innovation

Learning Outcome

Use business models and knowledge to establish the viability of a social venture and/or suggest refinements to a product/service that would make it more appropriate for a targeted, disadvantaged market segment.

Title

Charting a career path

Learning Outcome

Chart a career path, including a relevant skill set that would allow you to work in an area of social innovation.