Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Social Business Management at Grameen University is a four-year undergraduate program designed to develop future leaders and managers in the field of social business, social entrepreneurship, and sustainable development. This program equips students with the knowledge, analytical skills, and practical competencies required to design, manage, and scale socially responsible organizations that create positive social impact alongside economic sustainability.
The program integrates business management principles with social innovation, ethics, and impact measurement, preparing graduates to address societal challenges in sectors such as healthcare, education, microfinance, renewable energy, and community development.
Program Objectives
The program aims to:
- Develop professional competencies in social business management, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.
- Provide knowledge of financial, operational, and strategic management practices for socially-oriented organizations.
- Equip students with skills in social impact assessment, program evaluation, and innovation management.
- Foster ethical leadership, social responsibility, and community engagement.
Prepare graduates for careers in social enterprises, NGOs, government, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
Curriculum Structure
The BSc in Social Business Management program spans eight semesters over four years, combining theoretical coursework, practical learning, and experiential projects.
Key components include:
- General Education Courses: communication, quantitative skills, economics, and humanities.
- Core Social Business Management Courses: principles of management, social entrepreneurship, marketing for social enterprises, finance for social impact, and organizational behavior.
- Specialized Courses: social innovation, impact assessment, microfinance, and sustainability management.
- Project Work and Internships: hands-on experience in social enterprises, NGOs, or community development projects.
- Capstone Project / Research: independent research or applied project addressing real-world social business challenges.
The program requires approximately 130–140 credit hours for successful completion.
Core Learning Areas
- Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Developing innovative solutions to societal challenges and understanding the social business ecosystem. - Management & Organizational Skills
Leadership, organizational behavior, strategic planning, and operational management in social enterprises. - Finance & Accounting for Social Impact
Budgeting, financial planning, and evaluation of socially-oriented projects and organizations. - Marketing & Communication
Designing marketing strategies for social enterprises and promoting social causes effectively. - Research & Project Work
Monitoring, evaluating, and reporting social impact; conducting applied research in social business contexts.
Learning and Teaching Approach
The program combines interactive lectures, case studies, seminars, workshops, group projects, and field experiences. Students engage with real-world social enterprises and community projects, gaining practical insights into managing organizations with social objectives.
Assessment Methods
Students are assessed through:
- Written examinations and quizzes
- Case study analyses and assignments
- Project work and presentations
- Internship and fieldwork evaluation
- Capstone project and viva voce
This ensures the development of both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in social business management.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the BSc in Social Business Management program can pursue careers in:
- Social Enterprises and Social Innovation Organizations
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Community Development Projects
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Departments
- Microfinance Institutions and Development Banks
- Government Agencies and Policy Think-Tanks
- Consulting and Research in Social Impact
The program also prepares students for postgraduate studies such as MSc in Social Business, MBA in Social Enterprise, or related fields.
Admission Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Completed Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent in any discipline (Science, Business Studies, or Humanities).
- Demonstrated proficiency in communication, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving.
- Fulfilled any additional admission requirements such as written tests or interviews, as determined by the university.
Facilities and Academic Support
Grameen University provides students with:
- Modern classrooms and interactive learning environments
- Access to case studies, research databases, and social enterprise resources
- Academic advising, career counseling, and mentorship programs
- Internship and field-based project support in social enterprises
These resources ensure that students develop the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to become successful leaders in social business management.
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Bachelor of Science in Social Business Management
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- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Room 305, Academic Building (In-person)
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