Global Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Social Change
The Specialization in Global Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Social Change is designed for students in Business Administration and International Development Studies with an interest in global social change. Through this specialization, students will gain the knowledge and skills to better navigate the global economy and to appreciate the promise and limitations of social entrepreneurship and innovation in the Global South.
Required Courses:
- IDST/ADMN 1030H: Globalization, Transnational Corporations and International Development
- IDST/ADMN 2030H: Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the Global South
A wide range of optional courses are available through this specialization drawing from Business Administration, International Development Studies, Economics and Political Studies.
Degrees Offered:
- B.A. (Honours)
- B.B.A.
Locations:
- Peterborough
Resume Boosters:
- Get first-hand career experience in the Global South through an intensive summer field course followed by a placement with an organisation or firm
- Build your intercultural communication skills and in-depth knowledge of another society through cultural immersion
- Build your understanding of the changing contours of the world economy with a critical focus on the international dimension in business
- Develop a critical appreciation of the role of social innovation and entrepreneurship to address pressing issues of poverty, access to services, and climate change in the Global South
Career Paths:
Career Opportunities
- Social Entrepreneur
- International Development Program Manager or Researcher
- Economic and Business Development Officer
- Global Marketing and Supply Chain Manager
- Communications Manager
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
Program Requirements:
- A minimum 70% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
- Minimum of 65% in any course counting toward the specialization.
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