Grow the for-purpose sector
Our social impact courses explore the issues at the heart of for-purpose organisations that want to grow, be sustainable, competitive and able to attract the best employees.
Become a professional with purpose
Our Master of Social Impact and Graduate Certificate of Social Impact attracts a wide range of successful professionals who want to do more for the world, change careers or strengthen their strategic approaches to problem-solving.
Through deep discussions, evidence-based learning and engaging workshops, you’ll study social impact through government policy, philanthropy, social enterprises, partnerships, entrepreneurship and other models.
First and still leading
Since we founded the first Australian degree in philanthropy and social investment two decades ago, Swinburne has been at the forefront of research and learning in the rapidly growing social sector. You’ll be able to draw on this experience, as well as on our connection to industry and our world-class research through the Centre for Social Impact.
Business specialisations and electives
With the Master of Social Impact, you can choose from more than 10 business specialisations and many AGSE electives.
Join our community
And after you graduate, our active network of student alumni can keep you connected and provide endless opportunities for future exploration.
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