The Skoll Centre maintains a vibrant mix of co-curricular activities for the MBA community interested in social entrepreneurship.
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Social Entrepreneurship Lecture Series
Leading social entrepreneurs from around the world are invited to Said Business School throughout the year to speak openly about their innovations and experiences. Watch this space for upcoming events and speaking engagements. |
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Oxford Business Network on Social Entrepreneurship (SE-OBN)
The SE-OBN is the focus of student activity on social entrepreneurship. In 2009, almost 50% of MBAs were members of the SE-OBN. The Skoll Centre works closely with the SE-OBN to support your MBA class in building a robust community. |
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Conversations on Social Innovation
Over orientation week, new MBAs are welcomed to Said with an introduction to social innovation at Said and beyond. Renowned social entrepreneurs, MBA alumni and faculty all share their experiences and invite new MBAs to join the Said community of social innovators. This year the event will take place on 30 Sept and 4 Oct. |
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MBA Project Support
If you are interested in focusing your Entrepreneurship Project or Strategic Consulting Project on social innovation, the Centre connects you with social enterprises and provide assistance throughout your work. |
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Careers Support
Make use of the Skoll Centre’s status as a worldwide hub for social entrepreneurs as you plan your progression beyond the MBA. The Centre provides careers guidance, assists students to connect with key individuals and organisations in the social innovation sector, and offers expert advice on setting up a social enterprise. |
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Social Innovation Exploration Trip
You will have the chance to participate in an optional and additional four- to five-day trip to take a critical and intimate look at leading social ventures. Students will have the opportunity to engage with social entrepreneurs and get a first-hand look at some of the top enterprises. In the 2008-2009 year, students headed to the Bay Area, USA to meet with top social innovators. |
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The Skoll World Forum
Each year up to 20 students are selected by their peers to attend the Skoll World Forum on Social Entrepreneurship. The Forum is the world's premier event for social entrepreneurs, bringing together key actors in the business, policy, academic, and social space to accelerate impact. While space is limited, it is an unparallel opportunity to engage with the leading entrepreneurs of today and tomorrow. |