Challenge based learning in entrepreneurship education: empowering competencies towards the sustainable development goals

Abstract

This article analyzes how Challenge Based Learning (CBL) methodology can be used in higher education to promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through entrepreneurship proposals for future professionals. The results of an educational intervention in an online entrepreneurship course involving 60 undergraduate students in three cities in Mexico are presented. The methodology is a single case study that examines: 1) the students’ interests and achievement of entrepreneurship skills through the application of CBL, and 2) the final outcomes of the products presented, associated with the development of solution proposals linked to the SDGs. The results demonstrate that students improved their entrepreneurial skills and developed a greater awareness of social issues. This proposal contributes to showcasing educational experiences that incorporate the SDGs into educational practices. The findings from this research can be valuable for universities, professors, instructional designers, and individuals involved in designing courses that encompass sustainability.