Management, Social Innovation & Entrepreneurship Concentration, M.S.
Program overview
The Social Innovation & Entrepreneurship concentration empowers students to develop mission-driven businesses and organizations that create both social impact and economic value. You will learn how to identify societal challenges, develop innovative solutions, and launch and manage ventures that address community needs while achieving sustainable growth. Through coursework in entrepreneurship, innovation, strategic planning, and social enterprise, you’ll gain the skills to build purpose-driven organizations, secure resources, measure impact, and lead initiatives that create meaningful and lasting change.
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PLO 1: Demonstrate an understanding of, and evaluate the appropriate use of management processes, concepts, and methodologies.
PLO 2: Examine professional ethics considering legal, organizational, and societal responsibilities. Integrate ethical thinking into all aspects of decision making.
PLO 3: Discuss the significant influences of management in personal, organizational, and societal contexts while articulating the challenges and benefits of managing business activities in a global and diverse world.
PLO 4: Communicate effectively in written and oral form with a range of audiences to present ideas, decisions, and recommendations on business issues.
PLO 5: Apply core entrepreneurship terms, concepts, and processes. Explain how management integrates functional areas of social impact business organizationally and creates value for customers and society while adding competitive advantage for organizations.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Code | Title | Credits |
ACC-6650 | Accounting for Managers | 3 |
BAN-6001 | Business Analytics for Managers | 3 |
FIN-6001 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
MGT-6001 | Organization and Strategy | 3 |
MKT-6001 | Marketing for Managers | 3 |
IT-6001 | Information Systems for Managers | 3 |
MGT-6998/MGT-6990 taken each semester can substitute for 6998 | Capstone Project | 3 |
ENT-6770 | Foundations of Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
ENT-6771 | Social Change through Impact and Mission Driven Businesses | 3 |
ENT-6772 | Social Value: Creation, Funding, and Measurement | 3 |
ENT-ELE | Special Topics in Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
Total Credits | 33 |
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
The Master of Science in Management (Social Innovation & Entrepreneurship) curriculum focuses on developing innovative solutions to complex social, economic, and environmental challenges. Students learn how to apply entrepreneurial thinking and strategic management principles to create organizations and initiatives that generate meaningful social impact. The program explores topics such as social enterprise development, sustainable business models, leadership for social change, and impact-driven innovation.
Through interdisciplinary coursework and applied learning experiences, students gain practical skills in designing, launching, and managing mission-driven projects and organizations. The curriculum emphasizes collaboration, ethical leadership, and community engagement while encouraging students to evaluate the social impact and long-term sustainability of their initiatives. By combining business strategy with social responsibility, the program prepares graduates to lead innovative efforts that address pressing global and community challenges.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
🌍 Social Entrepreneur – You will launch and lead ventures that address social, environmental, or community challenges.
🏢 Nonprofit Organization Manager – You will manage programs and operations within nonprofit or mission-driven organizations.
📊 Social Impact Analyst – You will evaluate the effectiveness and impact of social programs and initiatives.
🤝 Community Development Manager – You will design and implement projects that support community growth and social well-being.
💡 Innovation and Sustainability Manager – You will lead initiatives that promote responsible business practices and sustainable solutions.
📣 Program Director for Social Initiatives – You will oversee programs that address issues such as education, healthcare, economic development, or environmental sustainability.
🏛 Public Policy or Social Program Consultant – You will advise organizations and governments on strategies that improve social outcomes.