Graduate Diploma in Social Impact
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    Graduate Diploma in Social Impact

    University of New South Wales
    University of New South Wales
    Australia
    Australia, Sydney
    University Rank:#20
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 42,525 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026
    Graduate Diploma in Social Impact

    About

    The Graduate Diploma of Social Impact is designed for professionals who are looking to upskill and increase their knowledge of social impact. Designed for a new generation of leaders, you will learn to build the professional capacity of private, public and social sectors of the future, enhance your capacity to lead organisations creating social and environmental value and to operate in a changed cross-sector social landscape where the dynamism of the market is also directed at social innovation. This program also offers a pathway into the AGSM MBA (Social Impact).

    UNSW Business School has been ranked the #1 business school in Australia by AFR BOSS for the last two years in a row*. That means our business education leads the way in career impact, quality and reputation.

    Immersed in a world-renowned business community, you will build skills to drive social innovation and corporate responsibility, develop social enterprises and lead organisations to create social and environmental value.

    *AFR BOSS 2023 Best Business School Rankings

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    The Graduate Diploma in Social Impact has three categories of entry:

    Category A
    Applicants require a recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) with a credit average (65% or higher) as determined by the UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator; and at least 2 years full-time relevant work experience.

    Category B
    Professionals without a bachelor degree can apply to the program if they have at least 5 years full-time relevant work experience in government, corporate or not-for-profit sector.

    Category C
    Students completing the Graduate Certificate in Social Impact (with a minimum overall WAM of 65) are able to articulate into the Graduate Diploma of Social Impact with full course credit given. Applicants must have at least 5 years full-time relevant work experience in government, corporate or not-for-profit.

    English Program Requirements

     

    You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

    If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

    If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

    • English language tests and university English courses
    • Prior study in the medium of English
    • Other qualifications

    If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

    For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page. 

    Career

    Future careers

    This diploma provides advanced knowledge to implement social change within organisations or your own enterprise.

    UNSW Business School students have access to Career Accelerator, a suite of professional development opportunities including: 

    Potential careers

    The UNSW Graduate Diploma in Social Impact leads toward further studies in social impact, that move you toward rewarding and purposeful careers opportunities in:

    • Executive Roles in Not-for-Profit and Community Organisations 
    • Public or Social Sector Managers and Leaders 
    • Social Policy Managers in the Corporate Sector 
    • Social Entrepreneurs 
    • Foundation Executives and Managers 
    • Social Business Executives and Administrators 
    • Corporate Community Engagement Executives and Professionals 
    • Social and Ethical Investment Professionals 
    Software Developer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    42,525 / year
    Application Fee 150
    Graduate Diploma in Social Impact
    University of New South Wales
    University of New South Wales
    Australia

    Australia, Sydney

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