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Online Master of Arts in Social Impact CLccmAdmin222023-08-09T19:09:28-07:00

ONLINE master of arts in

Social impact

ONLINE master of Arts in

Social impact

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The Master of Arts in Social Impact program is designed for aspiring founders, social entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and mission-driven changemakers who want to turn their passion for changing the world into a concrete plan of action. This dynamic program teaches you about grant writing, board development, program evaluation, proven marketing strategies, business models, and revenue streams that can diversify funding for worthy programs, nonprofits and social-impact businesses in your community and around the world.

program Overview

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Program Length

TUITION

Asynchronous format
Interactive learning platforms
Discussion forums facilitated by world class faculty

Full-time: 13 months*
Part-time: 22 months

*Full-time status (2 courses per term) must be maintained to complete your master’s degree in 13 months.

$550 per credit hour
All courses are 3 credit hours
Funding options are available

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Admissions Requirements

MA in Social Impact admissions requirements:

A completed bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution
Submission of university transcripts
Current resume or CV
No GRE or GMAT Required
Minimum 2.5 GPA (provisions acceptance may be granted for GPAs under 2.5)

COURSES

Online Master of Arts in Social Impact Courses include:

Nonprofit and Social Sector Leadership
Foundations of Social Impact
Grant Writing, Development, and Sustainable Fundraising
Social Impact Measurement
Business Models and Marketing for Social Change
Finance & Accounting for Managers

Project Management
Invitation to Inquiry: Foundations of the Claremont Core®
Strategic Communication: Building Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Activating the Core: Research Methods
Applying the Core: CLU Capstone

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2022-2023 Graduate Catalog Addendum>

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of your Master of Arts in Social Impact program, you will be able to:

Function as mindful humanistic change agents and empathetic leaders skilled and knowledgeable about how to catalyze and sustain changes in social systems.
Synthesize the history, heritage, and context of social change and innovation for application to current world problems.
Develop resourcing strategies built on current market principles and procedures.

Research, analyze, and determine appropriate methods and contemporary strategies for designing and implementing initiatives that generate positive social impact.
Develop and employ evaluation and learning approaches to gain visibility on and adapt efforts for systems change and social innovation.
Develop and demonstrate the interpersonal and engagement skills necessary for effective leaders in a global community or organization.

Faculty

A team of professional educators with a wide range of experience in social impact endeavors contribute to your learning environment at Claremont Lincoln University. Here are just a few you may meet:

Audrey Jordan, PhD, Jerry D. Campbell Professor and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Specialist

Oluwunmi Ariyo, EdD, Teaching Faculty

Shanelle Benson Reid, PhD, Teaching Faculty

Casey Reason, PhD, Teaching Faculty

Stephanie Varnon-Hughes, PhD, Dean of Teaching, Learning & Leadership

Career Paths

As a graduate of the MA in Social Impact program, you will be prepared to approach your career from a new perspective. The skills and competencies this degree offers you can apply to roles in a variety of capacities including:

Social Entrepreneur
Director Community Impact and Engagement
Director Impact Investments

Nonprofit Program Director
Director of Planned Giving
Philanthropy Development Coordinator

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Student SPOTLIGHT

Many of our graduates have gone on to pursue rewarding careers. Explore their stories of success.

“I’ve learned to be a mindful leader, one who invites dialogue. I use the Core in both my personal and professional life.”

Ely Flores, MA Social Impact, '16

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