Social Start-up box, how to start a non profit business

A step by step guide to starting a social enterprise

Created by: Terry King
Expert in mature and 3rd sector enterprise

What Will I Learn?

• Understand what a social enterprise is  Have a vision and values for your social enterprise  Know if there is a need for what you want to do  Understand what organisational structure might best support your social enterprise  Understand the legal and financial considerations for a social enterprise  Develop your own brand  Understand the importance of a team and the use of technology in social enterprises  Apply several tools to develop your business plan.

Requirements

• The desire and motivation to start and grow a successful social business is needed. Key business principles are explained on the course so no prior knowledge or experience of creating a business is needed. Students need to be able to open pdf files and run videos

Target audience

• Anyone wanting to start a business with a conscience.  Anyone wanting to make a living whilst making a difference in their community. Anyone want to start an ethical and sustainable business.