Middlebury

FMSC 8622

Scaling Social Innovation

Scaling Social Enterprises

Alex Lazarow, Investment Director, Cathay Innovation

This module focuses on key challenges and methods in scaling a social enterprise from seed-stage to growth. We will highlight the differences in scalable business models, and discuss the operational stages and capital needs of growing businesses. In addition, we will evaluate unit economics and the unique challenges of scaling. Finally, we will discuss the importance of scaling sectors along with firms. Through case studies and in-class group activities the class will explore the process of scaling start-ups.

Subject:
Frontier Market Scouts
Department:
Intl Policy & Management
Division:
Intl Policy & Management
Requirements Fulfilled:

Sections in Spring 2017 - MIIS

Spring 2017 - MIIS, MIIS Winter/J Term only

FMSC8622A-S17 Workshop (Shi, Lazarow)