Strategy and Finance for the lifecycle of a Social Business Specialization

This specialization is intended for students, working professionals, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs looking to learn more about strategies and tools to run an effective social business. Practitioners and theorists at Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru (YSBFB) brings with themselves decades of experience working with a variety of social businesses. YSBFB has partnered with Professor Gautam Kaul to cover finance courses of this specialization.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

How to make saving and investment decisions through typical financial instruments
How to make business decisions based on frameworks and modern tools
How to price and invest in bonds and stocks
How to value projects and companies

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Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

Value and Business Decision Making (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Business

Embark on an enlightening journey into the world of financial basics with our 'Value and Business Decision Making' course. This foundational module is part of a comprehensive Specialization designed for those eager to understand strategy and finance in the context of social businesses. By mastering the concept of time value of money, you'll gain critical insights into valuing companies from an inclusive societal perspective.

May 27th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Finance Decision Making Social Business

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Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

Risk, Return and Valuation (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Business

Dive into the core concepts of Risk, Return, and Valuation with our expert-led online course. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or an experienced professional, this course will equip you with the tools to evaluate financial risks, measure returns on investment, and accurately value assets. Perfect for those looking to make informed decisions in business and finance.

May 27th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Risk CAPM Social Business

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Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

Creating a Social Business (Coursera)

Business

Embark on a journey towards creating positive change with 'Creating a Social Business'. This comprehensive online course, offered by Coursera, equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to launch and manage a social enterprise. Learn from experts in the field, including Professor Muhammad Yunus, and explore innovative ways to apply capitalism for social good.

May 27th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Business Entrepreneurship Business Strategy

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Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

Value and Individual Decision Making (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Business

Embark on a journey into financial literacy with our introductory course, 'Value and Individual Decision Making'. This foundational module is part of the comprehensive 'Strategy and Finance for a Lifecycle of a Social Business' Specialization. You'll delve into the basics of finance, focusing on the time value of money concept and its application in making informed decisions at various levels – from individual choices to corporate strategies and societal impact assessments.

May 27th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Financial Decision Making TVM

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Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

Financial Markets and Instruments (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Business

Dive deep into the world of finance with our Financial Markets and Instruments course. Learn about various securities like stocks and bonds, explore derivatives such as options and futures, and understand how these instruments shape financial markets. This course is part of a broader specialization designed to equip you with strategic and financial skills for managing social businesses throughout their lifecycle.

May 27th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Bonds Financial Markets Stocks

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