Master of Social Impact

About the course

The Master of Social Impact develops advanced skills to design, lead and evaluate initiatives that create positive social and environmental change. You’ll explore impact strategy, systems thinking and evidence-based approaches to address complex community and organisational challenges. The course suits professionals seeking to strengthen leadership and practical capability in social innovation, offered as a master’s-level qualification in social impact practice.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles in social impact and sustainability across government, not-for-profits, social enterprises and purpose-led business. Typical pathways include social impact manager, program/project manager, community or stakeholder engagement lead, sustainability/ESG advisor and social innovation consultant. The degree supports professionals aiming to move into leadership and strategy roles within the social impact and social change sector at master’s level. Preparing graduates for organisational psychology, counselling support, human services, and specialist practitioner pathways.

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)