CHRISTIANITY AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP: INTEGRATING FAITH AND BUSINESS

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Course Description:

This course explores the integration of Christian faith and entrepreneurial practice, examining the theological and biblical foundations for entrepreneurship, and the practical applications of Christian values in business. Through this examination, students will analyze case studies of successful Christian entrepreneurs, develop a personal entrepreneurial vision, and create a business plan that aligns with their Christian values. As a result, this course is ideal for students who want to develop a deeper understanding of the theological and biblical foundations for entrepreneurship, and how to integrate Christian values into business practice.

Course Objectives:

To understand the theological and biblical foundations for entrepreneurship.
To analyze the role of Christian values in business decision-making.
To develop a personal entrepreneurial vision that integrates Christian faith and business practice.
To create a business plan that aligns with Christian values and principles.
To evaluate the challenges and opportunities of integrating faith and business in entrepreneurial ventures.

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the theological and biblical foundations for entrepreneurship.
Students will analyze case studies of successful Christian entrepreneurs and identify key principles for integrating faith and business.
Students will develop a personal entrepreneurial vision that integrates Christian faith and business practice.
Students will create a business plan that aligns with Christian values and principles.
Students will evaluate the challenges and opportunities of integrating faith and business in entrepreneurial ventures.

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Christianity and Entrepreneurship

Topic: Overview of the course
Objective: Understand the course objectives and outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Define entrepreneurship and Christian entrepreneurship, explain the historical context of Christian engagement in business
Biblical Text: Matthew 25:14-30, Proverbs 22:29
Book Reading: Steinmetz, D. (2010). Taking your soul to work: Overcoming the nine deadly sins of the workplace. Fortress Press. (Chapter 1)
Assignment: Write a reflective essay on the historical context of Christian engagement in business. Create a concept map illustrating the relationships between Christianity and entrepreneurship

Module 2: Biblical Foundations of Entrepreneurship

Module 3: Theology of Work and Entrepreneurship

Module 4: Christian Values in Business Decision-Making

Module 5: Entrepreneurial Vision and Mission

Module 6: Business Planning and Strategy

Module 7: Marketing and Sales from a Christian Perspective

Module 8: Finance and Accounting from a Christian Perspective

Module 9: Leadership and Management from a Christian Perspective

Module 10: Ethics and Social Responsibility in Business

Module 11: Overcoming Challenges and Staying Faithful

Module 12: Building a Christian Business Community

Module 13: Christian Entrepreneurship in the Global Marketplace

Module 14: Measuring Success and Impact

Module 15: Sustaining and Scaling Christian Entrepreneurship

Module 16: Conclusion and Future Directions

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Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Christianity and Entrepreneurship

Topic: Overview of the course

Objective: Understand the course objectives and outcomes

Learning Outcomes: Define entrepreneurship and Christian entrepreneurship, explain the historical context of Christian engagement in business

Biblical Text: Matthew 25:14-30, Proverbs 22:29

Book Reading: Steinmetz, D. (2010). Taking your soul to work: Overcoming the nine deadly sins of the workplace. Fortress Press. (Chapter 1)

Assignment: Write a reflective essay on the historical context of Christian engagement in business. Create a concept map illustrating the relationships between Christianity and entrepreneurship

Module 2: Biblical Foundations of Entrepreneurship

Topic: Biblical teachings on work, stewardship, and entrepreneurship

Objective: Analyze the biblical foundations for entrepreneurship

Learning Outcomes: Explain biblical teachings on work, stewardship, and entrepreneurship, analyze their implications for entrepreneurial practice

Biblical Text: Genesis 1:28, 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12

Book Reading: Bauckham, R. (2010). The Bible in the contemporary world: Hermeneutical ventures. Eerdmans. (Chapter 2)

Assignment: Write a case study on a biblical entrepreneur. Create a group discussion guide on biblical teachings on work, stewardship, and entrepreneurship

Module 3: Theology of Work and Entrepreneurship

Topic: Theological perspectives on work and entrepreneurship

Objective: Examine the theological foundations for entrepreneurship

Learning Outcomes: Explain theological perspectives on work and entrepreneurship, analyze their implications for entrepreneurial practice

Biblical Text: Genesis 2:15, Ephesians 2:10

Book Reading: Volf, M. (2005). Work in the Spirit: Toward a Theology of Work. Oxford University Press. (Chapter 3)

Assignment: Write a reflective essay on the theological foundations for entrepreneurship. Create a concept map illustrating the relationships between theology and entrepreneurship

Module 4: Christian Values in Business Decision-Making

Topic: Christian values and principles for business decision-making

Objective: Analyze the role of Christian values in business decision-making

Learning Outcomes: Explain Christian values and principles for business decision-making, analyze their implications for entrepreneurial practice

Biblical Text: Micah 6:8, Matthew 22:37-40

Book Reading: Barna, G. (2011). The power of vision: Discover and apply God’s plan for your life and ministry. Tyndale House. (Chapter 4)

Assignment: Write a case study on a Christian entrepreneur. Create a group discussion guide on Christian values in business decision-making

Module 5: Entrepreneurial Vision and Mission

Topic: Developing a personal entrepreneurial vision and mission

Objective: Develop a personal entrepreneurial vision and mission

Learning Outcomes: Explain the importance of entrepreneurial vision and mission, develop a personal entrepreneurial vision and mission statement

Biblical Text: Habakkuk 2:2-3, Proverbs 29:18

Book Reading: Collins, J. (2001). Good to great: Why some companies make the leap…and others don’t. HarperBusiness. (Chapter 5)

Assignment: Write a personal entrepreneurial vision and mission statement. Create a concept map illustrating the relationships between entrepreneurial vision and mission.

Module 6: Business Planning and Strategy

Topic: Creating a business plan that aligns with Christian values and principles

Objective: Develop a business plan that aligns with Christian values and principles

Learning Outcomes: Explain the importance of business planning, develop a business plan that aligns with Christian values and principles

Biblical Text: Luke 14:28-30, Matthew 7:24-27

Book Reading: Kotler, P., & Armstrong, G. (2010). Principles of marketing. Pearson Prentice Hall. (Chapter 6)

Assignment: Write a business plan that aligns with Christian values and principles. Create a group discussion guide on business planning and strategy.

Module 7: Marketing and Sales from a Christian Perspective

Topic: Christian perspectives on marketing and sales

Objective: Analyze Christian perspectives on marketing and sales

Learning Outcomes: Explain Christian perspectives on marketing and sales, analyze their implications for entrepreneurial practice.

Biblical Text: Matthew 5:13-16, 1 Corinthians 10:31

Book Reading: Catherwood, C. (2011). The church in the marketplace. IVP Books. (Chapter 7)

Assignment: Write a case study on a Christian marketing and sales initiative. Create a marketing plan that aligns with Christian values and principles

Module 8: Finance and Accounting from a Christian Perspective

Topic: Christian perspectives on finance and accounting

Objective: Analyze Christian perspectives on finance and accounting

Learning Outcomes: Explain Christian perspectives on finance and accounting, analyze their implications for entrepreneurial practice

Biblical Text: Matthew 6:24, 1 Timothy 6:10

Book Reading: Hiles, A. (2010). Financial wisdom: Biblical principles for achieving financial success. Gospel Light. (Chapter 8)

Assignment: Write a case study on a Christian finance and accounting initiative. Create a budget plan that aligns with Christian values and principles

Module 9: Leadership and Management from a Christian Perspective

Topic: Christian perspectives on leadership and management

Objective: Analyze Christian perspectives on leadership and management

Learning Outcomes: Explain Christian perspectives on leadership and management, analyze their implications for entrepreneurial practice

Biblical Text: Matthew 20:26-28, 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Book Reading: Hybels, B. (2002). Courageous leadership. Zondervan. (Chapter 9)

Assignment: Write a case study on a Christian leadership and management initiative. Create a leadership development plan that aligns with Christian values and principles

Module 10: Ethics and Social Responsibility in Business

Topic: Christian perspectives on ethics and social responsibility in business

Objective: Analyze Christian perspectives on ethics and social responsibility in business

Learning Outcomes: Explain Christian perspectives on ethics and social responsibility in business, analyze their implications for entrepreneurial practice

Biblical Text: Matthew 22:37-40, Luke 10:25-37

Book Reading: Van Duzer, J. (2010). Why business matters to God (and what still needs to be fixed). IVP Books. (Chapter 10)

Assignment: Write a case study on a Christian ethics and social responsibility initiative. Create a code of ethics that aligns with Christian values and principles

Module 11: Overcoming Challenges and Staying Faithful

Topic: Common challenges faced by Christian entrepreneurs

Objective: Develop strategies for overcoming challenges and staying faithful

Learning Outcomes: Explain common challenges faced by Christian entrepreneurs, develop strategies for overcoming challenges and staying faithful

Biblical Text: Matthew 13:1-23, 1 Corinthians 16:8-9

Book Reading: Barna, G. (2011). The power of vision: Discover and apply God’s plan for your life and ministry. Tyndale House. (Chapter 11)

Assignment: Write a reflective essay on overcoming challenges and staying faithful. Create a plan for staying faithful in entrepreneurial practice