Master of Social Impact (Financial Technologies)

About the course

The Master of Social Impact (Financial Technologies) develops your ability to design and evaluate technology-enabled solutions that deliver measurable social and environmental outcomes. You’ll examine how financial technologies, innovation and impact measurement can be applied to address complex challenges across sectors. The course supports experienced professionals seeking to lead purpose-driven projects and partnerships in the social impact ecosystem at a master’s level in social impact practice.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles where fintech and social purpose intersect, helping organisations deliver inclusive and sustainable outcomes. Career paths may include social impact or ESG specialist, impact investment or impact measurement analyst, program and partnerships manager, innovation or product roles in mission-led fintech, and strategy roles in government, NGOs, enterprises and social ventures. This master’s qualification supports advanced careers in social impact and responsible finance.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)