PA4357 - Measuring Social Impact

PA 4357 Measuring Social Impact (3 semester credit hours) Nonprofit and public agencies seek to generate and provide public good to society. Yet, it can be difficult to determine whether programs and services are producing the intended impact, particularly when dealing with intangible outcomes. This course introduces students to the concept of social impact and examines the challenges of conceptualizing and measuring outcomes and impact in nonprofit and public organizations. Drawing on principles of evaluation and research design, this course offers students perspectives, frameworks, and tools for designing, implementing, and evaluating programs in pursuit of social impact. This course is suitable for students interested in the nonprofit or public sectors, as well as business students interested in the role and implementation of corporate social responsibility and environmental, social, and governance goals in the for-profit sector. (3-0) Y