C07019v9 Graduate Diploma in Social Impact and Not-for-Profit Management

Award(s): Graduate Diploma in Social Impact and Not-for-Profit Management (GradDipSINFPM)
CRICOS code: 032341C
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 48
Course EFTSL: 1
Location: City campus

Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Inherent requirements
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Other information

Overview

This course is tailored for professionals seeking expertise in managing not-for-profit and social enterprises. Opt for this course to master the unique blend of skills essential for steering organisations with a social mission. Stand out with our course's industry-aligned curriculum, blending theory with practical case studies, ensuring students are equipped to navigate the complexities of the sector.

Students acquire a robust understanding of not-for-profit dynamics and hands-on management techniques. Our flexible learning approach ensures knowledge and skills are gained efficiently. Join us to transform the passion for social good into impactful leadership.

Course aims

The Graduate Diploma in Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management is suitable for students wanting to strengthen their understanding of not-for-profit management. The course provides theories, models and practical case studies in order to understand the complex nature of the not-for-profit sector and socially driven work.

Career options

Career options include managing not-for-profit organisations or social enterprises, working in the field of corporate social responsibility, or in government, particularly in roles that work with community or not-for-profit organisations such as social and community welfare, environment advocacy, fundraising, education, international aid and development.

Course intended learning outcomes

1.1	Develop innovative solutions that respond to community and business needs, and have a social impact
2.1	Communicate information clearly and effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders
2.2	Work effectively in teams and deliver agreed project outcomes that contribute to social good
3.1	Implement decisions to create positive outcomes for society, communities and the environment as social entrepreneurs, advocates and not-for-profit managers
4.1	Apply advanced knowledge of not-for-profit and social enterprise concepts and technological skills to lead professional practice that contributes to social good
5.1	Critically evaluate professional practice to inform capabilities to work with and for Indigenous Australians across management professions

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have the following:

Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included)

International applicants with a completed bachelor's degree or higher qualification who do not meet the criteria above may be considered with:

Completed bachelor’s degree with more than 60% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included) AND a minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant post-degree professional experience

Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT Exam) with an overall minimum score of 550

Graduate Record Examination (GRE General Test) with an overall minimum score of 307 with verbal 148 and quantitative 156

Relevant professional experience refers to any current work experience in which you have developed skills, knowledge, and competencies directly related to the course for which you are applying. This includes roles such as managers, professionals, technicians, community, personal service, clerical, administrative, or sales workers across various industries.

Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11024 Graduate Certificate in Social Impact and Not-for-Profit Management.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course. For more information about inherent requirements and where prospective and current students can get assistance and advice regarding these, see the UTS Inherent requirements page.

Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course.

UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.

For course specific information see the UTS Business School Inherent Requirements Statement.

Recognition of prior learning

Students may be granted a maximum of four subject exemptions, of which two subjects can be approved from prior undergraduate study.

Course duration and attendance

The course duration is one year of full-time or two years of part-time study.

Course structure

Students must complete a total of 48 credit points made up of eight core subjects.

Course completion requirements

STM91693 Core Subjects (GDNFP)		48cp
Total		48cp

Course program

A typical course program is provided below, showing the recommended study sequence to ensure completion of the course within the expected duration.

Not all subjects are offered every session. Refer to the Timetable Planner for confirmation of availability.

Autumn commencing, full time
Year 1
Autumn session
21882 Legal Issues for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits		6cp
21881 Advocacy and Social Change		6cp
21879 Measuring Social Impact		6cp
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
Spring session
21778 Fundraising and Revenue Streams for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits		6cp
21939 Event Creation Workshop		6cp
21854 Creative Problem Solving		6cp
21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers		6cp
Spring commencing, full time
Year 1
Spring session
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
21778 Fundraising and Revenue Streams for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits		6cp
21939 Event Creation Workshop		6cp
21854 Creative Problem Solving		6cp
Year 2
Autumn session
21881 Advocacy and Social Change		6cp
21879 Measuring Social Impact		6cp
21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers		6cp
21882 Legal Issues for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits		6cp
Autumn commencing, part time
Year 1
Autumn session
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
21879 Measuring Social Impact		6cp
Spring session
21778 Fundraising and Revenue Streams for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits		6cp
21939 Event Creation Workshop		6cp
Year 2
Autumn session
21854 Creative Problem Solving		6cp
21881 Advocacy and Social Change		6cp
Spring session
21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers		6cp
21896 Diversity and Inclusion		6cp
Spring commencing, part time
Year 1
Spring session
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
21778 Fundraising and Revenue Streams for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits		6cp
Year 2
Autumn session
21879 Measuring Social Impact		6cp
21854 Creative Problem Solving		6cp
Spring session
21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers		6cp
21939 Event Creation Workshop		6cp
Year 3
Autumn session
21881 Advocacy and Social Change		6cp
21896 Diversity and Inclusion		6cp

Articulation with UTS courses

This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management (C11024) or Graduate Certificate in Business Immersion and Career Transition (C11300), the Graduate Diploma in Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management, and the Master of Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management (C04288 or C04371).