BA 420 - Investing in Black and Women Entrepreneurs

(3.00 cr.)

Examines how anti-Black practices of the twentieth century have resulted in disparate access to capital and wealth creation for Black and women entrepreneurs. Students use historical and sociological readings, as well as the context and lived experiences of Black entrepreneurs and their families, to develop empathy and the tools to become equitable and inclusive investors. Models and measures of equitable investment and wealth creation such as the Inspirational Paradigm of Jesuit Business Education, Civic Wealth Creation, and Black Brain Trust are used to evaluate risk, valuation, and performance of Black and women entrepreneurs who are addressing market opportunities to create wealth and social change in cities like Baltimore. Recommended for humanities and business students interested in the sociological, historic, and economic impact of equitable investment and community wealth creation.

Prerequisite: 60 credits.
Recommended Prerequisite: BA 210 .
Restrictions: Restricted to juniors and seniors.

Sessions Typically Offered: Fall
Years Typically Offered: Annually

Interdisciplinary Studies: IAF/IEN