Certificate in Social Responsibility in Business
About the Program
Only available to currently enrolled Drexel students.
Through coursework, civic engagement, and related co-op experience, the certificate in Social Responsibility in Business provides a well-rounded look at corporate social responsibility, giving students a unique perspective on ethical leadership in the business community. The certificate program, open only to currently enrolled Drexel University students, encourages students to seek co-op experience and positions after graduation with firms committed to acting with social responsibly.
Program Requirements
In conjunction with the Lindy Center for Civic Engagement, students initiate and complete a socially focused winter break or spring break project during any one term/break. The scope of the project entails civic responsibility and focuses on business applications. An example would be to assist in the preparation of income tax forms for underprivileged Philadelphia residents. This project is in addition to requirements of the University 101 course.
Student will use their My LIFE e-portfolios to retain reflections and relevant writings from each of the required courses.
Coordinated with the Center for Civic Engagement, students will complete a minimum of sixty hours (60) of civic engagement while a student at Drexel University.
Students are required to earn a minimum of "C" in the following required courses and a "B" average over all the courses.
Please Note: No more than 2 courses or 8.0 credits can be counted towards any additional major/minor/co-major or certificate in the BSBA program.
Additional Information
For more information please contact our Undergraduate Advising department at lebowadv@drexel.edu.
Required Courses * | ||
BUSN 103 | Advanced First Year Business Seminar * | 2.0 |
ENTP 270 | Social Entrepreneurship | 3.0 |
MKTG 368 | Corporate Responsibility Management | 4.0 |
ORGB 320 | Leadership: Theory and Practice | 4.0 |
PHIL 301 | Business Ethics | 3.0 |
Total Credits | 16.0 |
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Students must take BUSN 103 Social Responsibility in Business.