Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
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The Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy is available to students who wish to only complete part of the Master of Social Investment and Philanthropy.
Course Description:
This course structure will replace the Graduate Diploma of Commerce (Social Investment and Philanthropy) from Semester 1 2012. The Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy is only available as an exit award within the Master of Social Investment and Philanthropy (MSIP) program.
Course Structure:
The Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy forms part of the Master of Social Investment and Philanthropy (MSIP) program and is an exit award only. To qualify for the award of Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy, students must complete four units of study (50 credit points) from the Masters program in addition to the Graduate Certificate of Management Studies (or equivalent). Students cannot enrol directly into the Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy, this program is an exit award only. It is recommended that students undertake the introductory core unit (HPI559) before undertaking any other units. Student may then choose to undertake the remaining units in any order. Students who have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in Social Impact (CMSI440) may substitute the introductory core unit (HPI559) with an additional elective unit. Units normally carry 12.5 credit points, while double units carry 25 credit points. In each year, eight units or equivalent normally constitute a full-time load of 100 credit points and four units or equivalent normally constitute a part-time load of 50 credit points.
The Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy forms part of the Master of Social Investment and Philanthropy (MSIP) program and is an exit award only.
To qualify for the award of Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy, students must complete four units of study (50 credit points) from the Masters program in addition to the Graduate Certificate of Management Studies (or equivalent). Students cannot enrol directly into the Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy, this program is an exit award only.
It is recommended that students undertake the introductory core unit (HPI559) before undertaking any other units. Student may then choose to undertake the remaining units in any order.
Students who have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in Social Impact (CMSI440) may substitute the introductory core unit (HPI559) with an additional elective unit.
Units normally carry 12.5 credit points, while double units carry 25 credit points. In each year, eight units or equivalent normally constitute a full-time load of 100 credit points and four units or equivalent normally constitute a part-time load of 50 credit points.
Units of Study:
Graduate Certificate of Management Studies (CMMS440) (entry award) HBG701 Integrated Management (25 credit points) HBG702 Businesss in Practice (25 credit points) Exit with the graduate certificate or progress to the Master of Social Investment and Philanthropy Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy (CMSP540) (exit award only) Core introductory unit (12.5 credit points)HPI559 Introduction to Philanthropy, Social Investment and Social Enterprise Core units (each unit 12.5 credit points) Students choose three (3) units from the following list: HPI555 Managing an Effective Grantmaking Program HBI680 Global BusinessHBI680 Global BusinessHPI556 Managing an Effective Fundraising ProgramHPI506 Evaluation of Policies, Proposals and Social Investment HPI608 Personal and Family Philanthropy HPI609 Corporate Social Investment and Corporate Responsibility HPI610 Leadership and Relationship Management HPI607 Social Enterprise Desktop Project Exit with the graduate diploma or progress to the Master of Social Investment and Philanthropy. Students must complete either HPI555 or HPI556, but may complete both.
Graduate Certificate of Management Studies (CMMS440) (entry award)
HBG701 Integrated Management (25 credit points)
HBG702 Businesss in Practice (25 credit points)
Exit with the graduate certificate or progress to the Master of Social Investment and Philanthropy
Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy (CMSP540) (exit award only)
Core introductory unit (12.5 credit points)HPI559 Introduction to Philanthropy, Social Investment and Social Enterprise
Students choose three (3) units from the following list:
Education Abroad:
Swinburne offers International Exchange Programs as well as other Education Abroad Programs to help internationalise your degree. International Exchange is an academic program allowing you to study at a Swinburne Partner Institution for one or two semesters during your degree. Swinburne's Partner Institutions offer many relevant subjects as well as a secure base to explore a different culture. Your studies whilst on exchange can be credited towards your Swinburne degree, provided they are relevant and approved by Swinburne. For further information visit the Swinburne Abroad website.
Career Opportunities:
MSIP graduates will have the technical skills and wider community perspectives in grant-making, fund-raising, program design and corporate social investment that will enhance their skills as donors and/or equip them to work in the corporate, professional, public and community sectors. Career paths include management, administration, trustee and program officer roles in private and corporate trusts and foundations, in public and community affairs, funds management, financial advising, sponsorship and marketing, and consulting.
Graduate Attributes:
The Swinburne graduate attributes signify that Swinburne intends that its teaching programs assist all its graduates to be: Capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas and an ability to engage in critical enquiryEntrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or communityEffective and ethical in work, community situations and reasoning skillsAdaptable and able to manage change, andAware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing (e.g. socio-cultural, economic, natural)
Entry Requirements:
The Graduate Diploma of Social Investment and Philanthropy is not available for direct entry.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted ‘credit’ and/or entry into the course with ‘advanced standing’. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to ‘Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide’ at: http://pandoraplus.swin.edu.au/credit/StudentCredit/index.cfm
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.Further details for students considering higher education courses: www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm
Course Fees:
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.For information about Swinburne's fees visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Scholarships:
For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit: www.swin.edu.au/scholarships
Application Procedure:
Application forms can be downloaded from the website at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/postgrad/apply/
Further information:
Web: Enquire onlineTel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au
