Sustainability and Social Impact

What is sustainability and social impact?

In studying the Bachelor of Management, you will gain the knowledge and skills to effectively manage people and organisations. The major in Sustainability and Social Impact is suitable for students who are passionate about social entrepreneurship, sustainable development, and creating positive social and environmental impact.

The Sustainability and Social Impact program provides a comprehensive education that prepares students to lead change and make a positive difference in their communities and the world. After completing the degree, you will be well-positioned to tackle the big challenges posed to society.

Why study sustainability and social impact?

If you want to have a positive impact on the world and in your community, the major in Sustainability and Social Impact is designed for you.

You will study subjects like ‘Advocacy and Social Change’, ‘Change Making for Social Impact’, ‘Business Ethics and Sustainability’ and ‘Complexity and Sustainability’. This major will equip students to advocate for change, manage for social impact, and it provides the freedom to choose from electives that align with your individual mission.

We are here to support your purpose and the contribution you want to make to society. More than a specific career path, this major is about developing the knowledge and skills required to support your mission and the difference that you want to make.

What do you learn in the sustainability and social impact major?

Once you have completed the Bachelor of Management major in Sustainability and Social Impact you will be able to:

  • Analyse complex issues and problems in managing social impact
  • Develop, and clearly articulate informed ethical positions on business issues
  • Understand current and future structures, processes, and practices that influence change and innovation across organisations, networks and systems, and
  • Create targeted advocacy strategies and plans to address equity and intersecting social and organisational issues

Students will have opportunities to work on real-world projects, and to network with industry professionals and gain practical experience through internships.

See the full list of subjects in the Sustainability and Social Impact Major

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Management (Sustainability and Social Impact) may choose to work for non-profit organisations, social enterprises, sustainable businesses, or private corporations with a commitment to corporate social responsibility. Students may also choose to start their own social enterprises or pursue further education in social entrepreneurship or sustainable business practices.

Graduate positions

  • Work on the front line of organisations driven by social change and sustainability
  • Program and administrative roles within a variety of purpose-driven organisations
  • Social enterprise founder
  • Private and government sector roles focused on sustainability and social impact

Career progression

  • Advocacy manager
  • Donor relations coordinator
  • Fundraising manager
  • Volunteer coordinator
  • Community outreach coordinator
  • Manager of purpose-driven organisations
  • Social enterprise founder/ manager
Acknowledgement of Country

UTS acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the Boorooberongal people of the Dharug Nation, the Bidiagal people and the Gamaygal people, upon whose ancestral lands our university stands. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for these lands.