Metrics that Matter
Objectives
This course introduces students to a social impact structure. It will introduce concepts, which will be fully explored in subsequent courses, notably on causality, evaluation and cost-benefit analysis. We will approach techniques of use, with quantitative emphasis.
General characterization
Code
2629
Credits
3.5
Responsible teacher
Sreyaa Guha
Hours
Weekly - Available soon
Total - Available soon
Teaching language
English
Prerequisites
n/a
Bibliography
Antadze, N., & Westley, F. R. (2012). Impact metrics for social innovation: barriers or bridges to radical change?. Journal of Social Entrepreneurship, 3(2), 133-150.
Mulgan, G. (2010). Measuring social value. Stanford Social Innovation Review, 8(3), 38-43.
Teaching method
Students will learn the theory and implement the concepts through case studies and assignments.
Evaluation method
Class Work (Quizzes): 20%
Group Assignment: 30%
Mandatory Final Exam: 50%
Subject matter
The course will begin by discussing how important measuring social impact is. It will then introduce the idea of theory of change. It will then cover specific measurement techniques, such as survey and observational methods as well as causality when we talk about evaluations. A look at cost-benefit analysis will follow, grounded in economics to conclude the course.