M.S. Impact-Focused Business and Investing
More than any other time in recent history, businesses are being seen as both part of the problem and part of the solution to global social, environmental and economic problems, and they face growing scrutiny from both shareholders and consumers. Today's business leaders have to thread the needle between delivering strong financial performance while not pillaging and plundering the environment and communities in order to do so.
Future leaders of these businesses are going to need new mental models, tools and frameworks if they are going to successfully navigate these complex conditions to deliver both profitability and positive social impact.
The M.S. in Impact-Focused Business and Investing is designed to provide a solid foundation in business fundamentals from the corporate, entrepreneurial, non-profit and public sector perspectives. Changemakers — entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs alike — have always been attracted to opportunities that, to other people, might look like problems.
Students in this program will learn how to design and develop solutions to these problems regardless of whether they are starting their own venture or working in a corporation, social enterprise, or non-profit organization.
In GCNYC’s Master’s in Impact-Focused Business and Investing, you will develop the knowledge and skills needed to take full advantage of global opportunities in this exciting area by:
Exploring social entrepreneurship – businesses that earn a profit while contributing to the common good – and the social economy
Studying microfinance and management strategy
Practicing creative and critical thinking about social problems and solutions
Gaining exposure to international and intercultural viewpoints
The program can be done on a full or part-time basis.
Campus Information
New York
GCU in New York is home to the Fair Fashion Center, whose mission is to prove the business case for sustainability in the apparel and accessories industry. You can also visit our campus for personal guidance and advice regarding UK study opportunities and the Common Good Scholarships.
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Careers and employability
Whether you have a fixed career path in mind or are open to exploring your options, at GCU you will be encouraged to engage in career development activities from day one of your studies. Our focus on employability means that you can be confident that your experiences at GCU will give you the best possible start for your future career.
Internships and Placements
Get ahead in the world of work with an industrial placement. Thanks to our strong business partnerships and cutting-edge applied research activities, we can offer you a wide variety of opportunities from short internships to year-long paid placements. More than half of our undergraduate programmes offer placements as part of the degree. See the progression tables on pages 39 and 43 to find out which degrees you can progress to that offer a placement.
Careers Services
We offer a full range of professional support designed to help you to manage your own career development.
- Employer presentations and seminars, where you can meet, learn from and network with potential employers.
- Help securing part-time jobs and volunteering work to develop your skills and CV.
- Support securing internships and placements to provide you with the experience and skills employers demand.
- Access to Job Search: an online database used by thousands of employers to advertise vacancies both during your studies and upon graduation.
- Advice on opportunities to study abroad or as part of a global exchange.
- Career clinics provide one-to-one appointments with a professional career adviser.
PSW Opportunity
2 Years PSW is applicable after the course completing (Bachelors level or above)
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Postgraduate Taught
Bachelor's degree - GPA of 2.7/5.0 or 2.3/4.0
India
Four year Bachelor's degree (50% minimum; second class average over course duration)
Three year Bachelor's degree (60% minimum; first class average over course duration)
For programmes requiring an IELTS 6 with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent), we can accept 70% in standard XII English as evidence of English language
The Master's in Impact-Focused Business and Investing is particularly suitable for students who have previously studied business at the undergraduate level and wish to develop a deeper understanding of the tools and techniques available to those managing social businesses today.
The program may also appeal to students who come from a non-business background (particularly economics and social or public policy) but are committed to developing a management or academic career in the fields of social business and microfinance.
All entry requirements listed here should be used as a guide and represent the minimum required to be considered for entry. In rare circumstances, applicants may be asked to provide information in addition to the outlined requirements.
Four-year bachelor’s degree in any subject with a minimum GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 point scale or a minimum UK 2.2 honors degree or equivalent international qualification from a recognized university
If English is not your first language: IELTS 6 (with 5.5 in each sub score) or equivalent
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
34650 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: 17 GBP
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