Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women from Coursera

This elective course will help you to make sure your business has the influence you want it to have in the world, by developing a social impact that is meaningful to you and your stakeholders. This course supplements the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women course collection, designed for entrepreneurs ready to take their business to the next level.

Social impact can take many forms for different people and businesses. It can also be a great way to promote staff engagement and help your business to grow. This course will help you identify the values that are essential to you and how to embed them in your operations so that your business can have the social impact you want, in the areas you want.

You will learn how to identify what values are key for you. You will then reflect on whether these values are mirrored within your business and its operations and if this has the social impact you wish. Subsequently, you will examine how to effectively embed these values into your core business processes so that your organisation can actively create change.

As part of the course, you will explore tools that can support you in your mission to embed social responsibility and purpose in your business and learn how to measure your business’ success in social impact.

This course is one of three elective courses complementing the core 10,000 Women course collection. After completing this course, you may wish to explore other courses from the 10,000 Women collection to suit your needs, such as: Fundamentals of Operations with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women or Fundamentals of Management with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women.

The 10,000 Women course collection offers a truly flexible online learning experience. You have the freedom to approach the program in any way that works for you – take any course, or combination of courses, to tailor your learning journey to your individual business growth needs.

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Syllabus

Boost your Social Impact, with 10,000 Women

In this course, you will reflect upon what you find important, and what your motivations are for your aims. You will consider different core aspects of your business such as partnerships, hiring and processes to see where you can embed your values effectively. By the end of the course, you will be able to monitor and measure your impact in these areas, and understand how doing so can be useful to you and your business.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Examines what is most meaningful to you, which can differ across businesses and people

Taught by Goldman Sachs and Isla Kapasi, who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience on the topic

Develops skills in aligning values with business operations for social impact

Can be taken individually or as part of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women collection for a more comprehensive learning experience

Suitable for entrepreneurs interested in promoting staff engagement and business growth

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women with these activities:

Review benefits of social impact

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Review the benefits of social impact to build a strong foundation for the course.

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Research the definition and different types of social impact
Consider the benefits of social impact for businesses, such as improved reputation and increased customer loyalty
Read articles and case studies on successful businesses that have integrated social impact into their operations

Identify core values

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Practice identifying your core values to prepare for embedding them in your business.

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Brainstorm a list of your personal values
Reflect on your business and identify the values that are most important to you
Consider how your core values align with your business goals

Read 'The Power of Purpose' by Richard Barrett

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Read 'The Power of Purpose' to gain insights into the importance of purpose and values in business.

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Purchase or borrow a copy of the book
Read the book and take notes on key concepts
Reflect on how the concepts in the book apply to your own business

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Develop a social impact plan

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Create a social impact plan to outline how you will integrate social impact into your business.

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Identify the social issues that you want to address
Develop goals and objectives for your social impact initiatives
Outline the strategies and tactics that you will use to achieve your goals
Create a timeline for implementing your social impact plan

Volunteer with a social impact organization

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Volunteer with a social impact organization to gain practical experience and learn from others.

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Research different social impact organizations and identify one that aligns with your interests
Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer opportunities
Attend orientation and training sessions
Participate in volunteer activities and contribute your skills and knowledge

Attend a workshop on social impact measurement

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Attend a workshop on social impact measurement to learn how to track and evaluate the impact of your social impact initiatives.

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Research different workshops on social impact measurement
Register for a workshop that meets your needs
Attend the workshop and actively participate in the discussions
Apply the knowledge and skills you gained from the workshop to your business

Contribute to an open-source project related to social impact

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Contribute to an open-source project related to social impact to gain practical experience and make a difference.

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Research different open-source projects related to social impact
Identify a project that aligns with your interests and skills
Contact the project maintainers and inquire about how you can contribute
Follow the project's guidelines and contribute code, documentation, or other resources

Career center

Learners who complete Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Corporate Social Responsibility Manager

Corporate Social Responsibility Managers oversee all social impact programs for their company. They ensure that these programs align with the goals and values of the company, and that they are implemented effectively. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** teaches the skills needed to carry out this job as it shows how to define social impact initiatives, track their success, and implement them across a company.

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Social Responsibility Consultant

A Social Responsibility Consultant advises firms and organizations on how to maximize their positive social impact while minimizing their negative impact. Courses like **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** can prepare you to begin this career by helping you understand the processes of evaluating a company's social impact and how to effectively implement changes to improve it.

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Sustainability Manager

Sustainability Managers develop and implement sustainability strategies for their organizations. They work to reduce the negative environmental impact of the organization's activities, and to promote social and economic sustainability. Taking a course like **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** will provide you with a strong foundation in social impact strategy, and can teach you how to communicate the business case for sustainability.

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Nonprofit Manager

Nonprofit Managers are responsible for the day-to-day operations of a nonprofit organization. They must ensure that the organization is fulfilling its mission, and that it is doing so in a financially sustainable way. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** will teach you the fundamentals of social impact strategy, such as understanding and engaging stakeholders and how to assess and communicate the impact of the organization's work.

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Social Impact Analyst

Social Impact Analysts measure and evaluate the social and environmental impact of organizations and their activities. They provide data and analysis that can be used to improve social impact strategies. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** can help you develop skills in data analysis and interpretation, as well as an understanding of social impact measurement frameworks.

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Impact Investor

Impact Investors invest in companies and organizations that are working to create positive social and environmental impact. They use their investments to drive change, and to generate a financial return. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** can provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to become an Impact Investor.

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ESG Analyst

ESG Analysts evaluate the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance of companies. They provide research and analysis that can be used by investors and other stakeholders to make informed decisions. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** will help you develop the skills needed to conduct ESG analysis, and will provide you with a strong understanding of ESG issues.

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Corporate Philanthropy Manager

Corporate Philanthropy Managers develop and implement corporate giving programs. They work with nonprofits and other organizations to identify and support programs that align with the company's social impact goals. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** can help you learn the skills needed to develop and manage a corporate philanthropy program.

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Public Policy Analyst

Public Policy Analysts research and analyze public policy issues. They provide data and analysis that can be used by policymakers to make informed decisions. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** may help you develop the skills needed to conduct policy analysis, and will provide you with a strong understanding of social impact issues.

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Social Entrepreneur

Social Entrepreneurs start and run businesses that are designed to create positive social change. They use their businesses to solve social problems, and to generate a profit. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to start a social enterprise.

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Community Organizer

Community Organizers work to build and empower communities. They work with residents to identify and address community needs, and to develop solutions. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** may help you develop the skills needed to organize and mobilize communities.

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Program Officer

Program Officers work for foundations and other philanthropic organizations. They manage grant programs, and work with grantees to develop and implement programs that align with the organization's social impact goals. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** may help you develop the skills needed to manage grant programs, and will provide you with a strong understanding of social impact issues.

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Development Officer

Development Officers raise funds for nonprofits and other organizations. They work with donors to identify and cultivate relationships, and to secure financial support for the organization's programs.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers develop and implement marketing campaigns for companies and organizations. They work to create and promote the organization's brand, and to generate leads and sales. **Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women** may help you develop the skills needed to create and implement marketing campaigns that focus on social impact.

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Public Relations Specialist

Public Relations Specialists manage the public image of companies and organizations. They work with the media, investors, and the public to promote the organization's brand and to build positive relationships.

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