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Overview
The Social Innovation program at Grand Valley State University trains students to critically examine and address complex social problems such as childhood hunger, illiteracy, domestic violence, air pollution, food deserts, contaminated drinking water, poverty, and homelessness.
The PMASI program consists of 36 credit hours of coursework. There are no prerequisites and students with any bachelor's degree may be accepted. Courses will be offered as hybrid, meeting both in class and online. In-person courses will meet at the Robert C. Pew Campus in downtown Grand Rapids.
Why Study Social Innovation at Grand Valley?
- Nationally, employers post jobs for master's-level social innovation skills such as leadership, teamwork, communication (written and verbal), problem-solving, and analytical/qualitative.
- It is the only professional social innovation program in Michigan offering a focus on critical, humanistic, integrative, and interdisciplinary approaches to social issues.
- Internships, global learning experiences, collaborative projects, and problem-based learning create a unique degree experience.
- Sustainability consultants make a median salary of $60,926 in the U.S. according to PayScale.com.
- Courses are hybrid, offered in a combination of face-to-face and online options.
Programme Structure
Topics covered:
- Cross-sector innovation
- Corporate Social Responsibilities
- Civic action
- Community engagement strategies
- Environmental justice
- Policy development skills
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
36 SCH
Delivered
Blended
Disciplines
International Development Sustainable Development View 190 other Masters in International Development in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Grade point average of 3.0 (B) on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
- Submitting a GRE score is not required. However, applicants who have neither a 3.0 GPA for the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework or five years of professional experience may consider submitting a GRE score to strengthen their application.
- A personal statement of career goals and background experiences, including an explanation of how this program will help achieve educational and professional objectives.
- Recommendations from at least two individuals who are in positions to attest to the applicant’s successful completion of the program.
- An official transcript from each undergraduate and graduate institution.
- TOEFL test scores
Tuition Fee
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International
25488 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 708 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
25488 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 708 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Allendale
1000 - 1500 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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