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resources. Its unique format of providing the participants with
mentoring and facilitating the growth of their ideas through
workshops and guidance is what sets it apart and has become the
role model for such competitions across India.
In its 10th incarnation this year, the stakes are higher than ever
with prizes worth INR 21,00,000 (USD 50,000) and the finalists
getting a chance to pitch in front of Mumbai Angels. Teams will
get a chance to represent India at the Intel-UC Berkeley
EntrepreneurshipChallenge.
The special entry into the paraphernalia of categories this year is
that of CleanTech which respects technological innovation with
a perspective for environmental and ecological concerns. Special
prize of INR 2,10,000 (USD 5,000) awaits the top two winners
in this category. These teams will represent Asia at Carnegie
Mellon University's Sustainable Living Biz Competition,
fully sponsored by Foundation for a Sustainable Future.

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Global Social Entrepreneurship Competition Competition Guidelines Information for Executives

GSEC 2009 will be held February 23-27, 2009
Apply Online for GSEC 2009! "GSEC gets to the noble purpose of
business." Business & Community
Dean James Jiambalvo, GSEC Awards Banquet, 2008
The Global Social Entrepreneurship Competition (GSEC) is a business plan
competition in which students from around the world find creative, Competitions & Conferences
commercially sustainable ways to address problems of poverty in the - Global Business Case
developing world. GSEC participants have a unique opportunity to increase Competition
their global awareness and develop their knowledge and understanding of how - Global Social Entrepreneurship
to take a business plan from inception to implementation with the advice and Competition
involvement of a wide base of knowledgeable contributors. GSEC furthers - IKEA International Case
collaborative and interdisciplinary partnerships, builds the skills of future Competition
global business leaders, and contributes to the understanding of culture and - National Forum on Trade Policy
business practices in other countries. Learn how you can contribute to GSEC,
as a mentor, judge, or sponsor. Download a GSEC Participation Opportunities CIBERWEB
flyer.
GSEC Develops Leaders Who Think Differently and Make a Difference
Business plans are evaluated on three criteria: 1) effect on the quality of life and Faculty & Staff
poverty alleviation in the developing world; 2) financial sustainability; and 3)
feasibility of implementation. GSEC business plans can cover various issues
such as healthcare, education, the environment, energy, information and
communication technology, social services, agriculture, and manufacturing. Resources / Links
Social Return on Investment includes the social good of improved health. As
such, two new prizes in Global Health will also be awarded this year. Please
visit the Competition Guidelines page for detailed submissions guidelines and
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competition information. GSEC is sponsored and facilitated by University of
Washington Business School's Global Business Center. The mentors and judges
of the competition are experienced professionals from the local and regional
business community. View the complete list of GSEC 2008 sponsors. Home

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Congratulations to the 2008 Business Plan Contest winners and runners–up! The winner of
the Social Enterprise Track was Diagnostics For All, and the runner–up was Ghonsla.
• News Release
 • Winning team podcast interview
• Finals Award Ceremony video

Business Plan Contest

To Register:
• Review Eligibility Requirements
• Identify Faculty Advisor
• Review Contest Registration Process
• Complete Entry Information and Faculty Advisor Confirmation Form
○ By February 9, 2009 to be eligible for Business Plan Contest expense
reimbursement
○ By March 30, 2009 to be eligible for Contest
• Submit Intent to Present Form and Executive Summary
○ By March 30, 2009 to be eligible for Contest
Questions? Contact us.
The Social Enterprise Track of the HBS Business Plan Contest aims to educate HBS students in
the process of creating and evaluating new ventures that have a central focus on the creation of
social value. Its goal is to prepare students for opportunities in entrepreneurship sometime during
their careers. Social Enterprise Contest entries may include nonprofit, for-profit, or hybrid model
business plans.
The Contest's focus is primarily educational—that participants apply concepts toward and learn
about the venture creation process through their team's efforts, advising from faculty members,
and presentations to and feedback from judges. While plans are judged on their potential to
become the basis of a viable new venture, judging criteria do not consider the likelihood of
implementation. There is no obligation for winners to implement their plan.
Plans that aim to generate substantial economic value may want to consider entering the
Traditional Track. Feel free to contact the Social Enterprise Initiative if you have questions about
which track to enter.

Judging
Social Enterprise plans are judged by a mix of philanthropists, venture capitalists, and social
entrepreneurs. The objective of the first round of judging will be to provide feedback to
participants and reduce the pool of contestants to a group of finalists. There will be a different set
of judges for the first and final rounds.
Judges are asked to evaluate the plans based upon their potential to become the basis of a viable
new venture and will focus on the idea, its potential for social value creation, and the likelihood
of achieving that success based upon the team's plan and experience. Judges will look at both the
strength of the concept and areas related to execution of the plan, and will evaluate specifically:
 • Idea/Concept: The concept reflects an innovative approach. The team has a
clear understanding of the issue it seeks to address, the economic and social
drivers of the model, and the feasibility of the concept.
• Social Value Creation: The business model is likely to make a substantial
contribution toward the solution of the issue it seeks to address and can be
sustained for a period of time consistent with achieving the desired social
impact. (If growing the organization is not the preferred strategy, the
program is transferable and replicable).
• People: The team has (or can get) relevant skills, contacts, and experience.
The team is persuasive in communicating the idea and its potential.
• Context: The rules of the game (i.e., regulatory, tax, political) are favorable.
Market need, size of opportunity, competitive landscape, and potential risks
are identified and manageable.
• Resources: The financing plan is sensible in terms of the capital required to
launch and operate. Funding sources are identified and a plan for securing
initial investment is articulated.
• Performance Measurement: The plan takes a practicable approach to
measuring organizational outcomes and provides a clear plan to deliver high
performance.
Prizes
The winner of the Social Enterprise track receives $10,000 in cash as well as $10,000 in-kind
services; the runner(s)-up receives $5,000 in cash and $5,000 in-kind services.
Prize money and expense reimbursement checks can only be written to Harvard Business School
students, Reynolds Foundation Fellows, or fulltime Harvard graduate students currently enrolled
in eligible courses.
• Founding Support from the John C. Whitehead Fund for Not-for-Profit
Management

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