Overview

Key facts

This Social Impact program from The University of Western Australia will help you achieve social impact and create meaningful social value.

The Graduate Certificate in Social Impact provides an introduction to evaluation and social impact assessment across various areas including corporate social responsibility; social innovation and social enterprise; social finance and philanthropy; social design and co-design; systems approaches to social change and social leadership.

Why study this course

You'll gain competitive edge in applying for management positions in the social sector, the public sector, the not-for-profit sector and in the social impact areas of consulting and business.

You'll join a vibrant community of practice with like-minded individuals who share your passion for social change. Build relationships with faculty members, industry professionals and alumni who are leading social impact initiatives. Benefit from their guidance, gain valuable insights, and expand your professional network.

You'll gain unique knowledge and skills taught by academics with a strong theoretical knowledge but a grounding in practical action and a strong desire to make a difference through teaching.

Career Pathways

The Graduate Certificate in Social Impact provides a wide range of rewarding career opportunities including community services manager, community development planner, not-for-profit leader/CEO, business analyst in for-purpose sector, ethical investment professional, social entrepreneur, charity executive, social policy manager, public sector manager, philanthropy professional and social Impact consultant.

Accreditation

The UWA Business School is accredited through both EQUIS, the European Quality Improvement System, and AACSB, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

These are the leading business school accreditations in Europe and North America respectively, meaning that your business degree will be recognised by employers around the world.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Demonstrating Social Impact

Social Impact: Entrepreneurs and Social Innovation

Leadership for Social Impact

Social Investment and Philanthropy

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-04-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-12 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

82

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Credits

24 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Social Work Sociology View 45 other Masters in Social Work in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

82

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE 40260

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—

a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;

and

the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;

and

at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or

significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility.

Tuition Fee

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National

40300 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40300 AUD per year during 12 months.

There is no current fee information available for this course for international students.

Living costs for Perth

1328 - 2367 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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