Networks for Social Enterprise: Applying a systems perspective to case studies in Latin America

Christine Nielsen and Ing. Daniel Carranza
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Christine Nielsen: Department of Management and International Business,Merrick School of Business,University of Baltimore,Baltimore, MD 21201 USA
Ing. Daniel Carranza: Universidad Internacional,Morelos, Mexico C.P. 62179

International Journal of Business and Social Research, 2012, vol. 2, issue 6, 1-17

Abstract: The purpose of this research is to enhance understanding of social enterprise in emerging markets, highlighting key success factors. A general systems perspective is applied to comparative case studies in the Dominican Republic and Mexico, revealing interrelationships among social entrepreneurs, international development organizations, government agencies, and other institutions. Results support the value of Actor Network Theory as a means of understanding social entrepreneurship processes. We conclude that the interorganizational networks among these partners play a vital role in the scale and scope of social benefits achieved. The social entrepreneur’s network of learning process enablers, knowledge providers and co-creators emerges as an essential key success factor.

Keywords: Social Entrepreneurship; Actor-Network Theory; General Systems Theory; Knowledge Management; Case Studies in Latin America (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2012
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