Learn more about the intersection of social impact and business. Take a course at Wharton this coming semester. Wharton offers numerous courses that will help you understand and tackle many of the most pressing social and environmental challenges in the world. We’ve updated our Social Impact Courses page so that…Read More
The Financial Times featured Wharton and the Wharton Social Impact Initiative (WSII) in an October 20th article about business schools shaping the future of social impact. The article prominently featured the WISE Fellowship, Wharton Impact Ventures Associates (WIVA), and WSII research on what makes companies good employers for women and…Read More
This year, the Turner Social Impact Executive Speaker Series is pleased to invite Vincent Stanley, Director of Philosophy at Patagonia, to the Wharton School. Penn/Wharton students will have the opportunity to hear from Stanley in a fireside chat with Bobby Turner, W’84, CEO of Turner Impact Capital. Stanley will also…Read More
Wharton MBA alumni: receive a financial award for your career in social impact. If you’re a recent graduate in a nonprofit, education, government, or social impact career, apply to join the nearly 100 different Wharton alumni who have already received $1.9 million in loan forgiveness awards. Applications are now open for the Bendheim…Read More
Rigorous research provides the foundation for meaningful and sustainable social change. The Wharton Social Impact Initiative Fund for Social Impact Research helps support faculty and doctoral research across many areas and disciplines. We’re pleased to announce the 2019-2020 WSII Fund for Social Impact Research winners: FACULTY Hamsa Bastani, Assistant Professor…Read More
Alumni—there are more ways than ever to engage in social impact. Learn more about getting involved. Wharton alumni are leaders in business, government, academia, philanthropy, and more. Though their diverse experiences span sectors, social impact is a common thread. “Our alumni have a deep commitment to social impact and strong…Read More
Interested in deepening your understanding of the social impact of business? Take a course at Wharton this coming fall semester. Wharton offers numerous courses that will help you understand and tackle many of the most pressing social and environmental challenges in the world. We’ve updated our Social Impact Courses page…Read More
Whether you’re just starting your exploration in social impact and business or you’re looking to refine your knowledge in this space, taking a course at Wharton is an excellent way to learn more about this continuously-evolving field. Wharton offers numerous courses that will help you understand and tackle many of…Read More
Rigorous research provides the foundation for meaningful and sustainable social change. The Wharton Social Impact Initiative Fund for Social Impact Research helps support faculty and doctoral social impact research across many areas and disciplines. Awards typically range from $1,000 – $10,000, allowing recipients to advance their social impact research, develop…Read More
Visionaries, rainmakers, trend-spotters, influencers, inventors, disruptors, advisers—these are Wharton alumni. Several members of the WSII team had the pleasure of attending the 52nd Wharton Global Forum in New York City, where we heard fascinating panels and networked with attendees. The common thread among these leaders in business, government, academia, and…Read More
