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Social Entrepreneurship Courses

Social entrepreneurship courses can help you learn business model development, impact assessment, social innovation strategies, and community engagement techniques. You can build skills in fundraising, stakeholder collaboration, and measuring social impact effectively. Many courses introduce tools like the Business Model Canvas and social impact metrics, that support applying your skills in real-world projects and evaluating the success of your initiatives.

Popular Social Entrepreneurship Courses and Certifications


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    University of Pennsylvania

    Foundations of Positive Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Goal Setting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Science and Research, Persistence, Stress Management, Composure, Psychological Evaluations, Quantitative Research, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Mental Health, School Psychology, Gerontology, Experimentation, Meditation & Breathwork, Social Impact, Creativity, Mindfulness, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

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    University of London

    Understanding Research Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Research, Science and Research, Qualitative Research, Social Impact, Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Thinking About Care

    Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Child Welfare, Long Term Care, Dignity in Care, Health Care, Surveys, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Social Work, Sociology, Economics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Being Smart about Cycling Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Diversity Awareness, Sustainable Technologies, Critical Thinking, Ideation, Sociology, Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Políticas públicas y bienestar: estrategias para sociedades más felices

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Community Development, Social Studies, Public Affairs, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Social Work, Sociology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Participación eficaz de la sociedad civil en el desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Social and Human Services, Governance, Advocacy, Public Policies, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Accountability Frameworks, Organizational Effectiveness, Accountability, Strategic Partnership

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Droit International de l'Eau Douce

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Water Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Water Sustainability, Arbitration, Mediation, Environmental Laws, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Environmental Policy, Diplomacy, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Litigation and Civil Justice, Environmental Regulations, Environment and Resource Management, Conflict Management, Case Law, Court Systems

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Professionalism, Business Ethics, Intercultural Competence, Strong Work Ethic, Telecommuting, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Learning Management Systems, Cultural Sensitivity, Education Software and Technology, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Higher Education, digital literacy, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Russia-Ukraine War: One Year Later Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Socioeconomics, World History, Social Studies, Public Policies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, European History, Advocacy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Coaching, Organizational Change, Personal Development, Organizational Development, Leadership, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Positivity, Social Skills, Change Management, People Development, Growth Mindedness, Mindfulness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Google Gemini for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Prompt Engineering, Content Creation, Google Workspace, Content Development and Management, Prompt Engineering Tools, Sales Presentation, Social Media Content, AI Security, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Google Docs, Presentations, Business Communication, Google Sheets, Business Analysis, Generative AI, Business Operations, Productivity, Competitive Analysis, Team Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting

    Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Ingenuity, Creative Thinking, Interpersonal Communications, Honesty, Cognitive flexibility, Social Skills, Empathy, Composure, Professionalism, Creativity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social entrepreneurship courses

  • Foundations of Positive Psychology: University of Pennsylvania
  • Understanding Research Methods: University of London
  • Thinking About Care: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Being Smart about Cycling Futures: University of Amsterdam
  • Políticas públicas y bienestar: estrategias para sociedades más felices: Universidad de Palermo
  • Participación eficaz de la sociedad civil en el desarrollo: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Droit International de l'Eau Douce: University of Geneva
  • Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era: The State University of New York
  • Russia-Ukraine War: One Year Later Teach-Out: University of Michigan
  • Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence: Case Western Reserve University

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