Master of Social Impact (Advanced)
The Master of Social Impact (Advanced) gives high-performing students the chance to use previous experience in business management, and new-found skills in innovation to solve complex social issues through research.
Designed for professionals looking to undertake independent research in the field of social impact, this course prepares students to undertake a PhD in the field.Postgrad Advice Sessions
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Duration
2 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Intakes
Hawthorn (Semester 1, Semester 2) - View application and start dates
Study modes
- Full-time,
- Part-time
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
The Master of Social Impact (Advanced) is designed for high-performing students seeking to build skills and advance their careers in the growing field of social impact. Whether a social entrepreneur, working within the philanthropy and not for profit sector in a management or innovation role, in the private sector in corporate responsibility and social innovation, or in government policy dealing with complex social issues, the MSI provides core capabilities required to lead people effectively in a rapidly changing social economy and business environment.
This postgraduate program provides a unique opportunity for students to gain specialised knowledge of research principles and methods and undertake an independent piece of research in the field of social impact. Students extend their knowledge gained throughout their studies and critically apply this knowledge to the research process as preparation for a PhD.- Graduate Certificate of Social Impact (GC-SI) ^
- Graduate Diploma of Social Impact (GD-SI) ^^
- Master of Social Impact (MA-SI) or Master of Social Impact (Advanced) (MA-SIADV)
Course structure
- 9 core units (112.5 credit points)
- 7 elective units (87.5 credit points)
OR
- 9 core units (112.5 credit points)
- 2 research options (37.5 credit points)
- 4 elective units (50 credit points)
Units of study
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Students complete the following 4 core units (50 credit points).
Students complete the following 2 core units (25 credit points).
Students complete the following 2 core units (25 credit points).
BUS80003 Research Methodology *
Students complete 7 from the list below (may include units from the Applied Project/Study Tour list) OR choose the research option (below) (87.5 credit points)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.
Career opportunities
Aims and objectives
On completion of the Master of Social Impact (Advanced), graduates will be able to:
- critically apply coherent and advanced knowledge of social impact concepts in diverse contexts and applications using critical thinking
- apply problem solving, design and decision making methodologies to identify and provide innovative solutions to complex social problems with intellectual independence
- communicate proficiently in professional practice to a variety of audiences, function as an effective member or leader of a diverse team, and use basic tools and practices of social impact within project work
- demonstrate professionalism, integrity, ethical conduct, accountability, respect and an awareness of professional practices and cultural norms in a global and sustainable context
- critically apply fundamentals to the analysis, design and operation of a business model using appropriate social impact methods and tools
- reflect on and take responsibility for their own learning and self-management processes, and develop skills to review, reflect on and plan to improve their professional performance
- critically apply knowledge of research principles and methods to plan and execute a piece of research in the field of social impact with some independence as preparation for research higher degrees
- undertake a piece of independent research that makes an original and sufficient contribution to research in the field of social impact.
Graduate skills
The Swinburne graduate attributes signify that Swinburne intends that its teaching programs assist all its graduates to be:
- capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas
- entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
- effective and ethical in work and community situations
- adaptable and able to manage change
- aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing.
Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
How do I pay my fees?
FEE-HELP is a loan given to eligible full-fee paying higher education students to help pay part or all of their tuition fees. The Commonwealth Government pays the amount of the loan directly to Swinburne.
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year. Find out more about fees.
Entry requirements
- A recognised bachelor degree in any discipline PLUS a minimum of three years equivalent full-time relevant professional experience* or
- Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Social Impact ** or
- Masters Qualifying Program is available to International applicants with three years equivalent full-time relevant professional experience*
* Relevant managerial experience and evidence of academic capability will be determined by the Faculty PVC
(or delegate) with reference to Faculty determined guiding principles. Applicants will be required to submit a
curriculum vitae (CV) with their application. Documents substantiating relevant experience are required,
clearly detailing roles and duration, as well as evidence of formal and non-formal learning. Where relevant
experience is used for the basis of admission, no further recognition for prior learning/credit can be granted
How to apply
Note: Students applying for this course for the HE Block 1 intake will commence studying with ENT60009 - Opportunity Discovery, Creativity and Design. All other units will be scheduled on or after the commencement of Semester 1.