UGC Sponsored First International Conference on

Social Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development in Emerging Economies

jointly organized by

Malleswaram Ladies Association First Grade College for Women

and

Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Karnataka

20 - 22 DECEMBER 2012 BANGALORE INDIA

CONFERENCE FOREWORD Social Entrepreneurship is oriented towards reversing an imbalance in the social, structural, political system by producing and sustaining positive social change via innovation in the social sector. Social businesses serve as catalysts for sustained development aiming to achieve a triple bottom line - social as well as sustainable financial returns through products, services and business practices that positively impact the environment. Social Entrepreneurship as a catalyst for sustainable development has begun to take root in emerging economies and therefore, the conference is an effort in this direction. This conference will provide a platform for the participants to interact with inspiring change makers, gain insights into the challenges of the social sector and evolve means to promote social entrepreneurship as a tool for social change. CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES The conference is aimed at: Understanding the concept of Social Entrepreneurship focused on mitigating social problems in emerging economies. Exploring the environment for Social Entrepreneurship at Macro and Micro levels. Understanding the challenges faced by social entrepreneurs in scaling their organizations. Appreciating the transformative power of innovative ideas for social change. RELEVANCE Conference will be of relevance to academicians, practitioners, policy makers and other support organizations. CALL FOR PAPERS Original contributions in the form of Research Papers, Case Studies and Conceptual Papers are invited on the following suggested areas or any other topics relevant to the conference theme. CONFERENCE THEMES 1. Social Entrepreneurship as a catalyst for rural revival. 2. Social Entrepreneurship: A tool for social change. 3. Role of Government in supporting social entrepreneurship in developed and developing economies. 4. Social Entrepreneurship Business Models / Cases. 5. Social Entrepreneurship: Funding and Support Systems / Social Capital Markets. 6. Empowerment of women / youth through Social Entrepreneurship. 7. Social Entrepreneurship - Recent Research and Future Directions. 8. Supporting Eco-System for Social Entrepreneurs.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS KEYNOTE SPEECHES : Eminent personalities from industry as well as academia will share their thoughts on the theme and its relevance. PANEL DISCUSSIONS : Elite panelists from diverse domains will share their experiences on Opportunities, Plans and Global Implications of Social Entrepreneurship. PLENARY SESSION : Experts from the industry and academia will interact with the delegates in depth on different issues of social entrepreneurship. TECHNICAL SESSIONS : Experts will speak about various topics related to the theme of the conference, followed by paper presentations. INTERACTIVE SESSION : Eminent Social Entrepreneurs will be sharing their experiences and challenges during this session. EMINENT SPEAKERS Ms. SYEDA SAIYIDAIN HAMEED Member, Planning Commission, Government of India Dr. MATHEW J. MANIMALA Sr. Professor, IIM Bangalore, India Dr. SARAS SARASVATHY Associate Professor, Darden School of Business, University of V irginia, USA Dr. KANCHI N. GANDHI Sr. Nomenclatural Registrar, Harvard University, Herbaria, USA, ASPT Award Winner 2010 Dr. ARUNA CHANDRA Professor of Management, Scott College of Business, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, Indiana, USA Dr. GARY. N. McLEAN Professor of HRD, Texas A&M University, College Station, USA Dr. AAHAD M. OSMAN GANI Professor of International Management and HRD, IIUM University, Malaysia GUIDELINES FOR AUTHORS Softcopy of the full Paper with abstract, not exceeding 4000 words should be submitted in APA format, with a brief resume of the author, email ID and phone number. The full paper, accompanied by a statement of originality stating that the paper has not been published elsewhere and is the original work of the author, must be sent to the following email Ids:

mlafgcwicse2012@gmail.com

usha.mlafgcw@gmail.com

The full paper will be subjected to blind review by a panel of eminent academicians and professionals. The acceptance of the paper will be communicated through email to the first author of the paper. All the selected papers will be published in an edited volume bearing ISBN number.

PAPER IN ABSENTIA The conference provides an opportunity to the authors to present the papers in absentia as well. Papers on the conference theme presented in absentia are eligible to be included in the conference proceedings and also get a certificate. The registration fee and dates will remain the same for the paper in absentia. KEY DATES Last date for submitting the full paper with abstract : 15th October, 2012 Notification of acceptance of full paper : 31st October, 2012 VENUE RUKKAMMA RAGHAVACHAR AUDITORIUM MLA Platinum Jubilee Building, 14th Cross Malleswaram, Bangalore. REGISTRATION FEE Participants should register for the conference by making payment of the registration charges as mentioned below
Participants Registration Registration before 15-11-2012 after 15-11-2012

International Delegates International Research Scholars Indian Delegates Research Scholars & Alumni of MLAFGCW Accompanying Person

US$ 150 US$ 100 2500 1000 1000

US$ 200 US$ 150 3000 2000 1500

Special discount of 10 % will be given for three or more registrations from the same organization. Registration fee includes conference kit, conference certificate, working tea, lunch and dinner. In case of joint papers, each author will have to register individually. The registration fee is non-refundable. However, changes in name of the participant will be accepted. Mode of payment : Indian delegates should pay the registration fee through demand draft favoring Principal, MLA First Grade College for Women payable at Bangalore. Name and address of the delegate should be written on the reverse side of the demand draft. International delegates and research scholars can pay registration fee in Indian rupees on the spot. However, they should register online before the due date. For further details, contact : Conference Convener : Dr. Usha Devi N. + 91 99454 10045 Conference Co-Conveners : Dr. Rekha H. G. + 91 98453 03145 Smt. Nagalakshmi K. + 91 94490 60950 Dr. Bhavani H. + 91 99868 67844 College Office : + 91 080 23469202 Fax : 080 23469202

For further information on the conference, visit our Website: www.mlafgcw.org

Patrons

: Smt. K. RUKMINI President, Malleswaram Ladies Association Bangalore, India Smt. MANGALA RAMACHANDRA Hon. Secretary, Malleswaram Ladies Association Bangalore, India : Ms. DHANWANTHRI President, AWAKE, Bangalore, India Dr. MATHEW J. MANIMALA Senior Professor, IIM, Bangalore, India Dr. SARAS SARASVATHY Associate Professor, Darden School of Business University of Virginia, USA Dr. ARUNA CHANDRA Professor of Management - Scott College of Business, Indiana State University Terre Haute, Indiana, USA Mr. GOVIND SETLUR Founder CEO, Enstage, California, USA Mr. MADAN PADAKI Co-Founder Head Held High and Director Merittrac, Bangalore, India

Advisory Committee

Conference Chairperson

: Prof. R. MADHAVI Principal, MLA First Grade College for Women Bangalore, India : Dr. USHA DEVI N Associate Professor, MLAFGCW : Dr. REKHA H G Associate Professor, MLAFGCW Smt. K. NAGALAKSHMI Associate Professor, MLAFGCW Dr. BHAVANI H Associate Professor, MLAFGCW : Dr. RANI SANDHU Smt. SUMANA H A Smt. M. MAMATHA Smt. A. M. SUJATHA Mr. H. G. UMESHA Smt. SHUBHA H L Smt. R. UMA Ms. ASHWINI S.

Conference Convener Conference Co-Conveners

Organizing Secretaries

Empowerment of women through Education

MALLESWARAM LADIES ASSOCIATION FIRST GRADE COLLEGE FOR WOMEN

14th Cross, Malleswaram, Bangalore 560 003, Karnataka State, INDIA Tel : + 91 080 23342557 Fax : + 91 080 23469202 Email : mlafgcwicse2012@gmail.com Website : www.mlafgcw.org Malleswaram Ladies Association is a registered Society, run by committed and socially responsible women since 1927. The Association has been relentlessly striving for empowering the economically challenged women through education. MLA First Grade College for Women was started in the year 1985 by the Malleswaram Ladies Association with the objective of imparting high quality commerce education for female undergraduate students. The college whose mission is, Empowerment of Women through Education, is affiliated to Bangalore University and is recognized under section 2F and 12 B of UGC Act. Recently the college was reaccredidated with A grade by NAAC. The Institution strongly believes in enabling the students to strive for excellence in their academic career and personal endeavors. Consistency in securing ranks and gold medals at the university level exams ranks the college among the top Commerce Institutions in Bangalore city.

Empowerment through Entrepreneurship

ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS OF KARNATAKA (AWAKE)

B-76, KSSIDC Industrial Estate, Rajajinagar, Bangalore, 560 010, Karnataka State, INDIA Tel : 91 080 23389964 / 23385874 / 23111059 Fax : 91 080 23389964 Email : awakener@vsnl.com / info@awakeindia.org.in Website : www.awakeindia.org.in AWAKE is a Not for profit NGO, established in 1983 devoted to Entrepreneurship development among women in rural and urban areas of India. Awake has a unique approach of empowering women through entrepreneurship for economic development by using volunteer efforts of successful women entrepreneurs for counseling , training, business incubation, mentoring and peer group support.