The UConn School of Business has launched a new 30-credit Master of Science in Social Responsibility & Impact in Business (Science in Social Responsibility & Impact in Business), starting in Fall 2024.
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Program Introduction:
The UConn School of Business has introduced a new Master of Science program (Science in Social Responsibility & Impact in Business): Social Responsibility and Impact in Business, meeting the strong student interest in careers that advance economic, environmental, and social sustainability. This degree will prepare graduates to drive innovative and impactful business decisions, ultimately making greater contributions to companies, organizations, and government.
The MSSRIB program empowers students to develop social responsibility strategies and understand, implement, and lead social responsibility initiatives aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It aims to produce effective contributors to social responsibility and sustainability for businesses, organizations, and/or consulting firms committed to positive change:
Social Innovation and Impact
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Businesses and organizations are developing innovative solutions that leverage their resources and expertise to address social or environmental challenges posed by the UN SDGs. This may involve entrepreneurship, social impact investment, employee wellness programs, and the creation of products, services, or experiences that contribute to a sustainable future.
Environmental Sustainability Programs
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Businesses and nonprofits are implementing environmental stewardship programs and adopting eco-friendly practices to minimize their environmental footprint. Focus areas such as the circular economy include reducing carbon emissions, implementing recycling programs, and sourcing sustainably produced materials.
Sustainable Marketing
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Sustainable marketing is key to good business practice, centered around products, brands, services, and experiences. It encompasses ethical sourcing and distribution, fair labor practices and pricing, and promoting responsible consumption and disposal practices within economic and socio-cultural systems.
Transparency and Ethical Governance
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Social responsibility extends to a company's governance structures. Reporting practices include disclosing information on business operations, financial performance, and social and environmental impacts.
Community Engagement and Philanthropy
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Social responsibility strategies include active participation in community development. Companies engage in various ways, including supporting local charities, educational programs, and volunteer efforts to address social and environmental issues.
The program will launch in Fall 2024, with applications opening in May. It offers flexible online and on-campus courses, as well as an optional study-abroad travel course.
The program welcomes students from diverse backgrounds, including business, human rights, communication sciences, economics, and environmental science. Students who have completed an undergraduate degree at UConn or elsewhere and are interested in pursuing a master's in social responsibility and impact in business may apply to the traditional master's graduate program.
**Note: Current UConn undergraduate students, regardless of major, can participate in the "Accelerated MS" track, allowing them to earn up to 12 credits that count toward both their bachelor's and master's degrees. The accelerated track can reduce the cost of the master's degree by up to 40%.
Career Prospects:
The curriculum is designed to provide students with business models and strategies to promote economic, environmental, and social sustainability, understand corporate social responsibility regulations, gain ESG reporting experience, respect and advance human rights in business operations, and drive global development.
Graduates can pursue careers such as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager, Marketing Strategist, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Analyst, Sustainability Consultant, and Policy Advocate.
School Career Support:
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Tailored career coaching, including access to resources specifically for students interested in government, sustainability, and social impact opportunities;
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Dedicated job search tools such as 12Twenty, through which job openings from corporate partners are shared directly with students;
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Invitations to major events, including Career Nights, Career Fairs, and the annual Graduate Career Conference;
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Professional development resources to support students virtually in areas like interview preparation and industry research.
Curriculum:
Program Duration:
Two years, with an option to complete in as few as 12 months
Fast Track – 1 Year Completion
Flex Pace – 2 Year Completion
Credits:
- 30 credits
Requirements:
- Required Business Foundation Courses (9 credits)
- Required Core Courses (12 credits)
- Electives (9 credits)
Application Deadlines:
- 24 Fall only: 2024.7.24
- Application Fee: $75 (non-refundable)
**Note: Application deadlines for UConn undergraduate students:
- 24 Fall: 2024.8.14 (priority consideration)
- 25 SP: 2024.12.1
Admission Requirements:
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Personal Statement: "Why are you interested in applying to UConn’s MS in Social Responsibility & Impact in Business?"
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Unofficial copies of transcripts (official transcripts from your institution are required if admitted)
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Resume/CV
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A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0, or a GPA of 3.0 for the last two years of undergraduate study.
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GRE or GMAT not required
Tuition:
The comprehensive fee is: $1,150 per credit, or $3,450 for a 3-credit course.
The total cost for the 30-credit MS in Social Responsibility & Impact in Business is $34,500.
Students interested in UConn’s new MS in Social Responsibility & Impact in Business should start preparing now. CheersYou（清柚教育） will continue to follow the latest application updates!
