Gain Social Impact Investing Experience

The Willamette MBA program puts hands-on learning opportunities at the forefront of education. Students have the unique opportunity to experience grant funding and learn how to provide social programs for the community. Through the Philanthropic Investment for Community Impact course, students will manage a micro-organization that awards grants to local non-profit organizations that impact the community.

Students establish the values, mission, and priorities of their new micro-organization. They collectively design and implement processes and channels for collecting and evaluating proposals submitted by non-profit organizations. In order to choose the right opportunity, students assess the financial returns and community impact of the organizations and their proposals.

Students work with an Advisory Board and gain valuable management experience that applies to all industries and sectors. This MBA philanthropy course provides practical experience to help students excel in the job market. Use real money to address social issues within the United States.

Gain experience in the growing world of impact investing and social enterprises.

No matter what you're interested in, we offer a variety of MBA concentrations to help you gain the right skill set. For students who are interested in our philanthropic investment course and social impact investing, consider these MBA paths:

• Public & Not-for-Profit Management: This specialization prepares students for leadership roles in the nonprofit sector. For those looking to manage organizations with a social impact mission, this program is a great fit for their career goals.
• Entrepreneurship: Interested in starting a social enterprise? Eager to develop solutions to community challenges? Our MBA in entrepreneurship can help combine innovation with social change.
• Finance: Focus on managing grants and learn more about impact investment funds. Learn how to better assess the financial viability and impact of nonprofit organizations through our finance MBA.

You don't have to focus on the concentrations above to find value through this social impact investing opportunity. Willamette delivers a holistic MBA program so that students can explore any program or course.