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Developing Sustainable Entrepreneurs Through Social Entrepreneurship Education

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  • BALTADOR Lia Alexandra

    (Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Romania)

  • GRECU Valentin

    (Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Romania)

Abstract

This paper explores the potential of social entrepreneurship education (SEE) as a means to foster sustainable businesses. SEE is defined as a pedagogical approach that aims to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes of students to address social and environmental challenges through entrepreneurial solutions. The paper reviews the literature on SEE and its impact on students' entrepreneurial intentions, behaviors and outcomes. It also presents a conceptual framework that links SEE to the dimensions of sustainability: economic, social and environmental. The paper argues that SEE can enhance students' awareness of sustainability issues, stimulate their motivation to create positive change, and equip them with the tools and methods to design and implement sustainable business models. The paper concludes with some implications for policy and practice, as well as suggestions for future research.

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  • BALTADOR Lia Alexandra & GRECU Valentin, 2023. "Developing Sustainable Entrepreneurs Through Social Entrepreneurship Education," Studies in Business and Economics, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Faculty of Economic Sciences, vol. 18(2), pages 37-47, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:blg:journl:v:18:y:2023:i:2:p:37-47
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