Entrepreneurship and Empowerment in South Africa / EESA
- Hosted at: University of the Western Cape
- Location(s): Cape Town, South Africa
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
University of Florida, Warrington College of Business
Entrepreneurship and Empowerment in South Africa / EESA
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Entrepreneurship and Empowerment in South Africa (EESA) is a life-changing experience, where students help historically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in the townships around beautiful Cape Town, South Africa. This special program is open to upper le... read more
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1. It is not enough to stop at political freedom and basic human rights - economic empowerment must follow. 2. Empathy must be employed when designing solutions to complex world problems. 3. On the ground, businesses are a series of processes - everything is interconnected. 4. Storytelling and shared language are powerful too... A student - Texas A&M University - College Station View Entire Review
I gained so much knowledge regarding consulting and business/entrepreneurial perspectives. A student - Texas A&M University - College Station View Entire Review
Here are a few things I learned from the experience: 1. It is not enough to stop at political freedom and basic human rights - economic empowerment must follow. 2. Empathy must be employed when designing solutions to complex world problems. 3. On the ground, businesses are a series of processes - everything is interconnected.... A student - Texas A&M University - College Station View Entire Review
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Entrepreneurship and Empowerment in South Africa (EESA) is a life-changing experience, where students help historically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in the townships around beautiful Cape Town, South Africa. This special program is open to upper level undergraduate and graduate students regardless of their major. The key requirements for EESA are a strong work ethic, emotional maturity, creative problem-solving ability and a desire to make a difference. Coached by three faculty members, American students work with South African students on consulting teams assisting small businesses over a six week period to help make the ventures sustainable. The ventures range from catering and arts & crafts businesses to community newspapers and small construction companies. EESA is a great experience to add to your résumé as well as a once in a lifetime opportunity. EESA is a partnership between the University of Florida, Oklahoma State University, the University of Colorado, Texas A&M University, and the University of the Western Cape.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Summer
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Entrepreneurial and Small Business