Being a Sustainable EntrepreneurLaajuus (1 cr)

Objectives

This course provides an introductory look into sustainable entrepreneurship and its key concepts. You will learn what it means to be(come) a sustainable entrepreneur using theoretical models, case-studies and reflection exercises. At the end of the course you will have developed an understanding of sustainable entrepreneurship and what this means for your own life, profession and/or your start-up.

After completion of the course, student
• will understand the key elements of sustainability in a start-up setting
• will have learnt from at least one sustainable entrepreneur in Finland
• can evaluate your own affinity toward sustainable entrepreneurship

Other courses in this set include:
- Part 2: Sustainable business modelling
- Part 3: Measuring the impact of your actions

Note: it is not required to join all courses in this series. You can also enroll for just one course.

Content

This course will take place online. The course consists of self-paced online learning using a series of short videos and learning exercises to achieve the learning outcomes. During the course you will need to find, interview and reflect on the case of one ‘real’ sustainable entrepreneur of your choosing.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail

Approved when student understands the main aspects of sustainable entrepreneurship. Can assess own traits and connect them to sustainable entrepreneurship.

Further information

This course is delivered by Titus van der Spek. Titus is a lecturer based in the Netherlands at the Hague University of Applied Sciences. He specializes in social entrepreneurship and innovation.