MSc in Data-Driven Social Innovation

• Interdisciplinary Approach: Gain a holistic understanding of the intersection between social innovation, data analysis, and impact measurement.

• Industry Relevance: Work with leading research institutions and tech companies on applied research projects, and learn how to leverage data to ideate and lead social innovation initiatives.

• Personalized Learning Journey: Tailor your education through specialized tracks and extracurricular activities that align with your career goals, values, and personal mission.

• No Exams, Challenge-Based Learning: Engage in practical projects that teach you how to apply research across fields, and develop solutions to complex issues through hands-on, real-world experiences.

• Career Opportunities: Be well-prepared for roles as social impact consultants, social development analysts, impact measurement leads, social impact entrepreneurs, and more.

The term "Impact" embodies our commitment to providing an educational experience that aligns with your values and interests, empowering you to make a positive difference in the world. Central to our Impact Master are the core pillars of sustainability, innovation, and technology. These principles guide learners in addressing complex challenges and driving meaningful change within various sectors, allowing them to specialize and deeply engage with these transformative strategies.

• Fraunhofer AHEAD: Through our collaboration with Fraunhofer AHEAD, the Deep Tech Accelerator of Fraunhofer, our learners gain access to a variety of deep technologies for the "Expanding Technologies for Good" challenge, fostering invaluable mentor-student relationships and enabling the application of academic knowledge in real-world contexts through group challenges, internships, and research projects.

• Technical University of Darmstadt: We partner with the Technical University of Darmstadt (ise) on a research project titled "The Role of AI Literacy for Human-AI Collaboration." Our Master's learners will help develop educational AI tools (TocoAI) to improve AI literacy among diverse learners. This collaboration aligns our curriculum with the latest technological advancements and robust scientific principles.

By joining our program, you will access cutting-edge resources, a network of leading industry experts and research institutions, and a support system that extends beyond graduation. Explore the different areas of specialization and discover the program that aligns with your vision for a sustainable future.

Graduates will be well-prepared for a variety of impactful roles, including:

• Social Impact Consultant: Advise organizations on integrating data-driven social innovation strategies and sustainable practices.

• Social Development Analyst: Analyze and interpret data to support social development projects and initiatives.

• Impact Measurement Lead: Lead efforts to quantify and analyze the impact of social innovation projects.

• Social Impact Entrepreneur: Develop and lead social enterprises that leverage data to drive social change.

• Sustainability Consultant: Provide expert advice on sustainable practices and social impact strategies.

• Research Scientist: Conduct research on data-driven social innovation and its applications in various sectors.

• Corporate Responsibility Manager: Ensure that business operations align with social impact goals and sustainability standards.

• Social Innovation Manager: Oversee the development and implementation of innovative social impact solutions.

• Environmental Data Scientist: Utilize data science techniques to address environmental and social challenges.

• PhD Candidate: Pursue doctoral studies to further specialize and contribute to academic knowledge in data-driven social innovation.