5 credits
This course introduces students to the concept of social entrepreneurship and how it can be applied to create behavioral health business sustainability through strategy-focused solutions, market insight, and operational excellence. Students will gain an understanding of how sustainable development and sustainability principles are used as drivers for innovation, collaboration, and transformation. Topics also include creating a business plan and using management principles and strategic planning for organizational sustainability. The course uses case examples to discuss and analyze key issues related to the management of social entrepreneurial organizations.