C11024v6 Graduate Certificate in Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management
Award(s): Graduate Certificate in Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management (GradCertNFPSocEntM)CRICOS code: 0101002
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 24
Course EFTSL: 0.5
Location: City campus
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Other information
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise is designed to introduce students to social entrepreneurship and social innovation, and develop skills and knowledge about the Not-for-Profit Sector.
The course offers introductory skill sets and knowledge needed to operate in the Not-for-Profit sector. The course is industry-relevant and flexible study modes are typically offered.
Course aims
The Graduate Certificate in Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management is a good entry point for students wanting to strengthen their understanding of not-for-profit management. The course introduces key theoretical concepts and managerial skills for individuals seeking to work in the vast and complex areas of social innovation and entrepreneurship as they relate to not-for-profit enterprises.
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 | Explain event management concepts and practices, including Indigenous perspectives, that shape professional practice in a range of contexts |
| 2.1 | Formulate options that respond to community, Indigenous and organisational needs within a not-for-profit context |
| 3.1 | Construct and employ effective and empathetic multi-media communications for a diverse range of audiences |
| 3.2 | Interact with colleagues and stakeholders to work effectively in teams and deliver agreed project outcomes |
| 4.1 | Explain principles of law, ethics and sustainability, and Indigenous protocols for the use of cultural material as managers |
| 5.1 | Use professional knowledge, including Indigenous business values, and technical skills within not for profit management practice |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
All applicants who do not meet the academic requirement may still be considered on the basis of:
• a minimum of at least four years' full time, or equivalent, relevant work experience.
The relevant work experience must be demonstrated through a C.V. and a Statement of Service confirming the dates of employment, and the position held within the organisation.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
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.
Course duration and attendance
The course can be completed in one session of full-time or one year of part-time study.
Course structure
Students must complete a total of 24 credit points made up of four subjects, comprising one core subject (6 credit points), and three specialist subjects (18 credit points).
Course completion requirements
| 21900 Business Literacies and the Future | 6cp | |
| Select 18 credit points of options: | 18cp | |
| 21881 Advocacy and Social Change | 6cp | |
| 21767 Contemporary Contexts for Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise | 6cp | |
| 21939 Event Creation Workshop | 6cp | |
| 21778 Fundraising and Revenue Streams for Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| 21882 Legal Issues for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| 21879 Measuring Social Impact | 6cp | |
| 21817 Volunteer Management | 6cp | |
| Total | 24cp |
Course program
A typical course program is provided below, showing the recommended study sequence to ensure completion of the course within the expected duration. Refer to the Timetable Planner for confirmation of availability.
| Autumn commencing, full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21900 Business Literacies and the Future | 6cp | |
| 21767 Contemporary Contexts for Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise | 6cp | |
| 21817 Volunteer Management | 6cp | |
| 21881 Advocacy and Social Change | 6cp | |
| Spring commencing, full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Spring session | ||
| 21900 Business Literacies and the Future | 6cp | |
| 21778 Fundraising and Revenue Streams for Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| 21879 Measuring Social Impact | 6cp | |
| 21939 Event Creation Workshop | 6cp | |
| Autumn commencing, part time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21900 Business Literacies and the Future | 6cp | |
| 21767 Contemporary Contexts for Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 21778 Fundraising and Revenue Streams for Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| 21879 Measuring Social Impact | 6cp | |
| Spring commencing, part time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Spring session | ||
| 21900 Business Literacies and the Future | 6cp | |
| 21778 Fundraising and Revenue Streams for Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21767 Contemporary Contexts for Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise | 6cp | |
| 21817 Volunteer Management | 6cp | |
Articulation with UTS courses
This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise, the Graduate Diploma in Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise (C07019), and the Master of Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise (C04288) or (C04371).
Other information
Further information is available from the UTS Business School on:
telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887)
email business@uts.edu.au
Business (Postgraduate)