C04288v3 Master of Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management
Award(s): Master of Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management (MNFPSocEntM)CRICOS code: 084676E
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 72
Course EFTSL: 1.5
Location: City campus
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Pathway course
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Other information
Overview
The Master of Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise reflects best practice, current issues, and emerging trends in not-for-profit and social enterprise, and has been designed for individuals who are passionate about social justice, enabling them to develop innovative solutions that have social impact. With this in mind, the program includes subjects that seek to develop an understanding of the not-for-profit sector and the unique skills needed to effectively manage organisations that have a social purpose at their heart.
This course aims to produce graduates with professional competence in the specialist area of not-for-profit and social enterprise management, as well as high-level general management competencies needed to develop or manage complex organisations involved in the production of social good.
The course has a strong focus on professional practice, including two innovative capstone subjects – Industry Research Capstone or Internship Experience Capstone – which allow students to work either on or with contemporary industry issues and opportunities.
Course aims
The course provides theories, models and practical case studies in order to understand the complex nature of not-for-profit organisations including grant writing, fundraising, volunteer management, advocacy, and the skills to measure social impact. Students also develop an understanding of the social economy and its economic and political context, and are introduced to ways of thinking systematically about the challenges facing society while developing innovative solutions to address these challenges.
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 | Apply critical thinking and analytical skills to develop creative solutions that respond to community, Indigenous and business needs, and have a social impact |
| 2.1 | Communicate information clearly, effectively and persuasively to a diverse range of stakeholders |
| 2.2 | Interact with colleagues and stakeholders to work effectively in teams and deliver agreed project outcomes that contribute to the public good |
| 3.1 | Evaluate and apply principles of law, ethics, sustainability and Indigenous values as advocates and not-for-profit managers |
| 4.1 | Integrate advanced knowledge of complex not-for-profit and social enterprise concepts, including Indigenous perspectives, and technical skills to lead professional practice that contributes to the public good |
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.
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 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.
Pathway course
Students who do not meet the requirements to gain entry into the Master of Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management may be eligible for entry into the Graduate Certificate in Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management (C11024) offered on a part-time basis or the Graduate Certificate in Business Immersion and Career Transition (C11300) offered on a full-time basis. Satisfactory completion of the UTS Graduate Certificate allows students to articulate into the Master of Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management.
Recognition of prior learning
Students may be granted a maximum of eight subject exemptions, of which four core subjects may be approved from prior undergraduate study. For more information about the application process, see How to Apply for Recognition of Prior Learning.
Course duration and attendance
The course may be completed in one-and-a-half years of full-time or three years of part-time study.
Course structure
Students must complete a total of 72 credit points made up of 11 subjects, comprising nine core subjects (54 credit points), one elective subject (6 credit points), and either Industry Research Project or Internship Experience (12 credit points).
Course completion requirements
| STM91691 Core Subjects (MNFPSEM) | 54cp | |
| STM91383 Management Capstone stream | 12cp | |
| CBK92117 Electives (MNFPSEM) | 6cp | |
| Total | 72cp |
Course program
A typical course program is provided below, showing the recommended study sequence to ensure completion of the course within the expected duration.
Students with at least two years full time, or equivalent, relevant managerial work experience can substitute an alternative subject in place of 21900 Business Literacies and the Future via an e-Request. The managerial or supervisory 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.
Not all subjects are offered every session. Refer to the Timetable Planner for confirmation of availability.
| Autumn commencing, full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21900 Business Literacies and the Future | 6cp | |
| 21854 Creative Problem Solving | 6cp | |
| 21879 Measuring Social Impact | 6cp | |
| 21881 Advocacy and Social Change | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 21778 Fundraising and Revenue Streams for Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| 21939 Event Creation Workshop | 6cp | |
| 21895 Business and Social Impact | 6cp | |
| 21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21882 Legal Issues for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| 21890 Industry Research Project | 12cp | |
| 26799 Internship Experience | 12cp | |
| 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 | |
| 21939 Event Creation Workshop | 6cp | |
| 21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21881 Advocacy and Social Change | 6cp | |
| 21854 Creative Problem Solving | 6cp | |
| 21895 Business and Social Impact | 6cp | |
| 21879 Measuring Social Impact | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 21882 Legal Issues for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| 21890 Industry Research Project | 12cp | |
| 26799 Internship Experience | 12cp | |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp | |
| Autumn commencing, part time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21900 Business Literacies and the Future | 6cp | |
| 21879 Measuring Social Impact | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 21778 Fundraising and Revenue Streams for Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| 21939 Event Creation Workshop | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21881 Advocacy and Social Change | 6cp | |
| 21854 Creative Problem Solving | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers | 6cp | |
| 21895 Business and Social Impact | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp | |
| 21882 Legal Issues for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| 21890 Industry Research Project | 12cp | |
| 26799 Internship Experience | 12cp | |
| 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 | ||
| 21879 Measuring Social Impact | 6cp | |
| 21881 Advocacy and Social Change | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers | 6cp | |
| 21939 Event Creation Workshop | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21895 Business and Social Impact | 6cp | |
| 21854 Creative Problem Solving | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 21882 Legal Issues for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp | |
| Year 4 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| 21890 Industry Research Project | 12cp | |
| 26799 Internship Experience | 12cp | |
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 (C07019), and the Master of Not-for-Profit and Social Enterprise Management.
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)