THE BIG ISSUE - TN
Subject
Entrepreneurship
Publication Year
2004
Abstract
The Big Issue is a for-profit social enterprise with the mandate to ‘help the homeless help themselves’. It seeks to build understanding of the concept of social value creation and social return on investment. The case also highlights the importance of a clear strategic mission and customer focus for social enterprises.
Topic List
Social Entrepreneurship, Managing Growth, Homelessness, Social Return on Investment
Industry
Publishing
Publication Event Date
2001
LBS Case Number
TN-04-005
Location
London
Project Funder
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)
Publication Research Centre
Entrepreneurship
Available on ECCH
No
