This SIM Education Programme Guide introduces guidelines for the development of the Social Impact Manager Education Programme. It aims to create a common understanding of a hybrid and versatile profile of the Social Impact Manager (SIM) and outlines the essential skills and knowledge a SIM has to acquire to grow a business simultaneously in terms of CSR and community development.
The Guide provides general instructions to ensure consistency and quality in the development of the SIM Education Programme modules. Partners working together in developing it ensure:
The SIM Education Programme redefines the role of businesses in society by nurturing a new generation of managers who integrate sustainability into corporate strategies while building strong connections with local communities. By aligning business objectives with social impact, the programme equips leaders to navigate the complexities of today’s socio-economic environment and contribute to transformative progress.
Developed across five countries: Italy, Austria, Greece, Croatia and France. It is being piloted as a Lifelong Learning Programme (LLP) with university students, young professionals with 1 to 3 years of work experience, middle managers with 3 to 5 years of work experience, SME owners and senior managers. Each partner is adapting the programme to their target group participants.
Structured around five core modules—Corporate Governance and Strategy, Territorial Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, and Impact Assessment and Reporting—the SIM Programme provides participants with the tools and knowledge to lead sustainable change. Each module focuses on key areas such as integrating ESG principles, engaging local stakeholders, managing social impact projects, and effectively assessing and communicating sustainability contributions.
The goal is to empower a new generation of managers to drive meaningful change in their organisations and communities. Download the programme to discover more.
