Subject category:
Ethics and Social Responsibility
Published by:
Harvard Business Publishing
Length: 13 pages
Abstract
Presents a model for understanding how private social-purpose ventures (nonprofit and for-profit) differ from traditional business firms in both their objectives and methods of operation. Identifies six dimensions that are useful for understanding the differences. Also discusses the role of social enterprise in society and current trends creating opportunities for social entrepreneurship.; To provide a conceptual framework for understanding the design and management of social-purpose organizations.
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Abstract
Presents a model for understanding how private social-purpose ventures (nonprofit and for-profit) differ from traditional business firms in both their objectives and methods of operation. Identifies six dimensions that are useful for understanding the differences. Also discusses the role of social enterprise in society and current trends creating opportunities for social entrepreneurship.; To provide a conceptual framework for understanding the design and management of social-purpose organizations.