This course is a capstone course in the form of a practicum for the MCom and MCom (Ext) and so should be studied in the final semester of the program in place of the nominated capstone of the main specialisation. However there may be instances where students can make a case to the Program Director for permission to vary this.

This course aims to provide students with the opportunity to build on in a practical way, and apply, their cumulative learning from the courses they have studied.

This course works with The Social Impact Hub who identify industry, social enterprises, not-for-profits and foundations to develop and conduct a variety of applied projects in different areas of social impact.

Students enrolled in the MCom or MCom (Extension) are selected by the Social Impact Hub course coordinator on the basis of a competitive application process prior to the start of the semester.

Students will work at least one day a fortnight sometimes off campus on a project with a social impact focus agreed between the organisation, the Social Impact Hub course coordinator and the student(s).

General but not exhaustive criteria for enrolment are: students entering their final semester for the MCom/MCom (Ext), academic merit (high WAM), genuine interest in social impact, any extra-curricular activities or experience in related fields.

Further information and points of contact may be found specifically for this class from: jessica.roth@unsw.edu.au.