INSTITUTE OF LANGUAGE STUDIES AND APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCES
(ILSASS)

THE CHARUTAR VIDYA MANDAL (CVM) UNIVERSITY

AGEIS: CHARUTAR VIDYA MANDAL, VALLABH VIDYANAGAR

Bachelor of Social Work in Social Enterprise



The Bachelor of Social Work in Social Enterprise, commonly abbreviated as BSW in Social Enterprise, is an innovative undergraduate program designed to combine the core principles of social work with the entrepreneurial mindset of social enterprises. This interdisciplinary program is aimed at individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact on society through both social work practices and business solutions. It provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to understand and address complex social issues, while also equipping them with the tools to create and manage social enterprises that can provide sustainable solutions to these challenges.

The course curriculum structured across 8 semesters offer most Social Work Field Specific Courses like:

Course Group Credits Course Title
Major 4 Fieldwork Practicum - I
Major 4 Social Case Work
Discipline Specific Minor 4 History and Philosophy of Social Work
Multidisciplinary 4 Composition and Classification of India
Ability Enhancement Course 2 Language Skills
Skill Enhancement Course 2 Basic Computer Skills
Indian Knowledge System 2 Indian Ethos and Value System
Course Group Credits Course Title
Major 4 Fieldwork Practicum -II
Major 4 Social Group Work
Discipline Specific Minor 4 Community Organization
Multidisciplinary 4 Climate Change and Sustainable Development
Ability Enhancement Course 2 Communication Skills
Skill Enhancement Course 2 Advanced Computer Applications - MS Excel
Value Addition Course 2 A Course on Liberal Arts
Course Group Credits Course Title
Major 4 Field Work Practicum - III
Major 4 Medical and Correctional Social Work
Major 4 Social Problems and Social Work in India
Multidisciplinary 4 Digital Marketing
Ability Enhancement Course 2 Business Communication
Skill Enhancement Course 2 Creativity, Problem Solving and Innovation
Indian Knowledge System 2 Indian Culture and Heritage
Course Group Credits Course Title
Major 4 Field Work Practicum - IV
Major 4 Working with Individual
Major 4 Working with Group
Other Discipline Specific Minor (Any One) 4 Human Growth and Development
4 Principles of Management
Ability Enhancement Course 2 Corporate Communication
Skill Enhancement Course 2 Statistics
Value Addition Course (Any One) 2 National Service Scheme
Physical Education and Sports
Course Group Credits Course Title
Major 4 Community Development
Major 4 Family Social Work
Major 4 Fieldwork Practicum - V
Other Discipline Specific Minor  4 Human Resource Management
Discipline Specific Minor 4 Counseling in Social Work
Skill Enhancement Course 2 Research Technique for Social Work
Course Group Credits Course Title
Major 4 Correctional Social Work
Major 4 Administration of Social Enterprise
Major 4 Social Work with Communities
Other Discipline Specific Minor  4 Organisational Behaviour
Ability Enhancement Course 2 Personality Development and Soft Skills
Internship 4 Fieldwork Practicum - VI
Course Group Credits Course Title
Major 4 Administration in Social Welfare Settings
Major 4 Psychiatric Social Work
Major 4 Gerentological Social Work
Discipline Specific Minor  4 Industrial Relations and Trade Unionism
Internship 6 Fieldwork Practicum - VII

SEMESTER 7: 22 Credits (For Students who opted Research)

Course Group Credits Course Title
Major 4 Administration in Social Welfare Settings
Major 4 Social Work Research
Major 4 Fieldwork Practicum - VII
Discipline Specific Minor 4 Industrial Relations and Trade Unionism
Research Project in Major Specific 6 Dissertation - I 
Course Group Credits Course Title
Major 4 Human Rights and Social Work
Major 4 Disaster Management
Major 4 International Social Work
Discipline Specific Minor 4 Corporate Social Responsibility
On-the-Job Training 6 Fieldwork Practicum - VIII

SEMESTER 8: 22 Credits (For Students who opted Research)

Course Group Credits Course Title
Major 4 Qualitative Research and Report Writing
Major 4 Disaster Management
Major 4 Fieldwork Practicum
Discipline Specific Minor 4 Corporate Social Responsibility
Research Project in Major Specific 6 Dissertation - II

 

Program Overview

BSW in Social Enterprise is an academic pathway that bridges social welfare and social entrepreneurship. It is based on the understanding that while traditional social work focuses on supporting individuals and communities through direct practice and interventions, the integration of entrepreneurial approaches can enhance the long-term effectiveness and sustainability of social change initiatives. The program includes a comprehensive curriculum that covers essential areas in social work theory and practice, along with business strategies, leadership, and innovation specific to the social enterprise sector.

Students enrolled in the program will develop an in-depth understanding of social problems such as poverty, inequality, education, healthcare, human rights, and community development. In addition to traditional social work skills like counseling, case management, and advocacy, students will gain valuable business knowledge related to financial management, organizational development, marketing, and impact measurement. This combination prepares graduates to work in a variety of settings, including nonprofit organizations, government agencies, social enterprises, and social impact ventures.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO 1: Professional Competence and Ethical Practice
Graduates will demonstrate a strong foundation in social work theories and practices, uphold professional ethics, and exhibit responsible behaviour, appearance, and communication in diverse work settings.
PEO 2: Policy Advocacy and Social Responsibility
Graduates will be capable of analyzing, formulating, and advocating policies that enhance social justice, human rights, and community well-being at local, national, and global levels.
PEO 3: Human Development and Sustainable Progress
Graduates will acquire comprehensive knowledge about governmental and non-governmental initiatives in social welfare and development, while contributing effectively to sustainable development and nation-building through critical understanding of development planning and policy.
PEO 4: Experiential Learning and Lifelong Skills
Graduates will be equipped with interpersonal, empathetic, entrepreneurial, and field-based skills essential for personal growth and lifelong learning in professional social work practice.

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

PSO 1: : Cultivate skills and entrepreneurial competencies necessary for social innovation and enterprise development.
PSO-2: Apply theoretical learning through extensive fieldwork training, reflecting on practice-based experiences.
PSO-3: Effectively recognize and manage personal values, aligning them with professional ethics in social work practice.
PSO-4: Exhibit empathy and interpersonal skills essential for working with individuals, groups, and communities.
PSO-5: Gain in-depth knowledge of government and non-government initiatives in social development and welfare.
PSO-6: Understand planning and development frameworks at both national and international levels, with a focus on sustainable development goals.
PSO-7: Demonstrate effective communication skills in diverse contexts including professional, corporate, and grassroots settings.
PSO-8:Understand and address various social problems in India such as poverty, inequality, and health disparities using evidence-based approaches.
PSO-9: Critically engage with theoretical and practical aspects of community development, including participatory planning and grassroots mobilization.
PSO-10: Demonstrate research and statistical skills applicable in social work settings, including the use of technology.