Entrepreneurial Leadership for Social Startups
Brief Course Description
This course is designed for individuals committed to driving sustainable social impact through innovative leadership. This programme examines the complex dynamics of leadership within the social entrepreneurship ecosystem, addressing three fundamental questions:
- Why are exceptional entrepreneurial leaders both financially and socially effective?
- What distinguishes competent managers from transformative leaders?
- How can one develop as an effective leader and cultivate future leaders in social innovation?
This course integrates highly interactive elements to ensure practical application and real-world relevance:
- Roadshows and Pitch Events: Showcase innovative ideas and receive feedback from industry experts
- Guest Speaker Series: Learn directly from accomplished social entrepreneurs and thought leaders
- Field Visits: Gain firsthand insights into social enterprises and community-driven initiatives
Who Should Apply?
This programme is ideal for:
- Social entrepreneurs and innovators seeking advanced leadership expertise
- Mid-career professionals transitioning into purpose-driven leadership roles
- Individuals passionate about creating scalable, sustainable social impact

Road Show
Students celebrate winning first prize at the Roadshow event, recognized for presenting the most popular social enterprise concept as voted by their peers

Road Show
Students actively participate in the Roadshow event, presenting their business ideas to peers, fostering critical dialogue and applied learning in entrepreneurial leadership

Guest Sharing from Dr. Edward Tung
Students attend an insightful guest sharing session on launching a biotech venture in Hong Kong, gaining valuable perspectives from the Dr. Edward Tung's entrepreneurial journey and real-world challenges

Guest Sharing from Invest Hong Kong
InvestHK shares insights on Hong Kong’s dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem with our students, providing an in-depth understanding of opportunities, resources, and strategies for building successful ventures

Field Visit to Dignity Kitchen
Students enjoy an immersive field visit to Dignity Kitchen, gaining firsthand experience of inclusive social enterprise operations and innovative approaches to empowering communities

Guest sharing from Dr. Erwin Huang
We were honored to have Dr. Erwin Huang, a visionary serial entrepreneur, share his inspiring journey with our students. His insights on innovation, resilience, and purpose-driven leadership left everyone motivated and equipped with valuable life lessons for the future

