Module Details

Module Code: ENES H8003
Full Title: Social Entrepreneurship
Valid From:: Semester 2 - 2018/19 ( February 2019 )
Language of Instruction:English
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 5
Module Owner:: Mario MacBlain
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: no description provided
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Discuss Social Entrepreneurship within the wider context of Entrepreneurship.
MLO2 Defend the process of Social Entrepreneurship in society and its role in the economy.
MLO3 Critique Social Entrepreneurial opportunities, Social Entrepreneurial Ventures and Social Entrepreneurial impact measurement.
MLO4 Create a strategic plan for a Social Entrepreneurship Venture.
MLO5 Justify the place of Social Entrepreneurship as a tool for social change.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
 
Module Indicative Content
Understanding Entrepreneurship; Social Entrepreneurship.
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Recognising Social Entrepreneurship Opportunities.
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Developing a Strategic Plan for a Social Entrepreneurial Venture.
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Funding and Measurement of the Social Entrepreneurial Venture.
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The Future of Social Entrepreneurship
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Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work100.00%
Module Special Regulation
 

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Continuous Assessment % of Total Mark 50
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 10 Learning Outcome 2,3,4
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
A group case study analysis within local and regional Sports sector, reflecting a submitted written report (approximately 3000 words) and an evaluation of the case study complete with an appreciation of content and critique of the topic literature and theories considered.
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 11 Learning Outcome 2,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
A critique of and delivery of the core concepts from the Project, reflecting the role and content of Social Entrepreneurship models within the Case Study..
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 12 Learning Outcome 1
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
An individual piece of work reflecting the culmination of the learners understanding of Social Entrepreneurship concepts reflected in an essay (approx 1500 words).
No Project
No Practical
No Final Examination

Part-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Continuous Assessment % of Total Mark 50
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 10 Learning Outcome  
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
A group case study analysis within local and regional voluntary sector, reflecting a submitted written report (approximately 3000 words) and an evaluation of the case study complete with an appreciation of content and critique of the topic literature and theories considered.
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 11 Learning Outcome  
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
A critique of and delivery of the core concepts from the Project, reflecting the role and content of Social Entrepreneurship models within the Case Study
Assessment Type Class Test % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 13 Learning Outcome  
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
An individual piece of work reflecting the culmination of the learners understanding of Social Entrepreneurship concepts reflected in an essay (approx 1500 words).
No Project
No Practical
No Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
No repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will be offered solely on the basis of coursework and a repeat examination will not be offered.

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Tutorial Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 4.00 4
Directed Reading Non Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Total Weekly Learner Workload 9.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Tutorial Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 4.00 4
Directed Reading Non Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Total Weekly Learner Workload 9.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Beugré, C.. (2016), Social entrepreneurship: Managing the creation of social value., Routledge, [ISBN: 9780415817370].
  • Chahine, T. (2016), Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship, CRC Press, [ISBN: 9781498717045].
  • Kickul, J. and Lyons, T.S. (2016), Understanding social entrepreneurship: The relentless pursuit of mission in an ever changing world, Routledge, [ISBN: 97804158841].
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
  • Journal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
  • Frontiers of Entrepreneurship Research, Babson College, USA.
  • Case Studies: MacBlain. M and Sisk. J 2013, Dundalk Institute of Technology, Case Studies; North East Ireland.
Other Resources