Grand Canyon University | Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Non-Profit Management

Aspiring leaders in the nonprofit sector could build the managerial skills and knowledge of relevant administrative processes needed to begin their careers when they complete studies in the Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Nonprofit Management program at Grand Canyon University. More details about this online degree program are found here.

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Official Program Name:

Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Nonprofit Management

School Offering Program:

Grand Canyon University

Degree Level:

Master's

Program Prerequisites:

Before enrolling in the MPA - Nonprofit Management program, aspiring students should hold a bachelor's degree, perhaps in the areas of public administration, business administration, or management. Strong leadership skills and an understanding of organizational structures and behaviors could prove beneficial. Applicants to Grand Canyon University should have a high school diploma or equivalent; some programs may have additional requirements.

Program Description:

What is the history and structure of nonprofit organizations? Which practices play roles in community development? How are nonprofits funded and what strategies are used to raise funding? Grand Canyon University's Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Nonprofit Management program addresses these, among other, topics relating to nonprofit operations. In additions, the program's curriculum provides discussions about strategic management practices in human resources, influential power usage in public administration, leadership styles in public organizations, and the revenue and expenditure policies in the public sector. Finally, the program offers an overview of compliance, resource, and services management in government and public organizations.

Learning Format:

Online

Program Length:

38 credits.

Financial Aid Available:

Eligible students could be able to receive financial aid in the forms of grants, loans, and scholarships. Contact Grand Canyon University's financial aid office for more information.

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Required Courses for a Master of Science in Public Administration with an Emphasis in Nonprofit Management:

Students must complete 9 courses totaling 36 credits as well as a 2 credit graduate studies course in order to earn this master's degree. Degree program and course requirements are subject to change. Contact Grand Canyon University to confirm the most accurate information before enrolling in a program.

Degree Requirements (38 credits)

Introduction to Graduate Studies in the Liberal Arts
Public Governance
Public and Nonprofit Administration
Acquiring, Developing, and Leveraging Human Capital
Influence, Power, and Politics in Public Administration
Leading Public Organizations
Public Budgeting and Financial Management
Introduction to Nonprofit and NGO Sector
Fundamentals of Community Development
Funding and Program Evaluation of Nonprofit Organizations

Post-Graduation Opportunities

Furthering Your Education:

Those who hold this MPA degree could be prepared to assume directorial or senior management positions in nonprofit organizations; however, graduates intending to seek a college teaching position would typically need to obtain a doctorate. In doctoral degree programs, students might take courses focusing more on policy development, nonprofit program evaluation, community research methods, and organizational theory.

Doctoral degree programs likely to be of interest to graduates include, but are not limited to:

Doctor of Public Administration
PhD in Community Resources & Development
PhD in Organizational Leadership - Nonprofit and Public Administration
PhD in Leadership Studies - Nonprofit and Philanthropic Leadership

Career Paths:

Upon completion of Grand Canyon University's MPA - Nonprofit Management program, graduates could seek advancement to executive or upper-level management positions in any type of nonprofit organization. They might assume responsibilities in areas of fundraising, program development, campaign management, or grant writing.

Some possible career titles that graduates could qualify for include:

Lobbyist
Fundraising director
Grant proposal manager
Public relations manager
Nonprofit foundation director