MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership

Advance your career in this growing field.

Growth in the nonprofit sector continues to outpace the rest of the economy, creating a variety of new management opportunities.

In this program, you will explore effective ways to:

  • Broaden your perspective of nonprofit organizations through international themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework.
  • Quickly take charge of your career and develop the skill set required to lead a nonprofit organization.
  • Discover ways to have a far-reaching impact on your community.

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Transfer Credits: Up to 23 credits

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Specializations

Examine effective sustainability frameworks and models as well as approaches to effecting community change.

Explore how countries organize, regulate, and foster nongovernmental activities; how international intergovernmental organizations operate; and how representatives of these organizations can learn from, partner with, and work within organizations worldwide.

Examine planning processes, approaches, and policies that can help you address a variety of complex and interrelated issues involving multiple stakeholders.

Create your own learning experience and focus on nonprofit management and leadership theories, principles, and practices in an area that matches your specific goals and interests.

Become the leader you’ve always wanted to be. Expand your own ideas for effecting positive social change while learning critical leadership and practical skills such as grant writing and generating resources.

Curriculum

Learning Outcomes

The MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership program blends academic theory with hands-on experience so you can explore and learn how to apply appropriate strategies within the nonprofit sector. Course topics include:

  • Organizational Management and Leadership
  • Board Governance and Volunteer Management
  • Applied Research and Evaluation Methods
  • Resource Development

More about our MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership program

The MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership can prepare you for a range of nonprofit managerial careers, including:*

  • Policy analyst
  • Director of policy
  • Government relations officer
  • Program director
  • Director of development
  • Volunteer manager
  • Program manager
  • Program specialist

*Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.

Program Admission Considerations: All specializations require a bachelor's degree or higher.

General Admission Requirements: Completed online application and transcripts. All graduate IT programs in the College of Management and Human Potential require the submission of a résumé. Please note that the materials you are required to submit may vary depending on the academic program to which you apply. More information for international applicants.

Tuition costs will vary depending on your previous education. Get in touch with a Walden Enrollment Specialist today at 855-203-5779, to learn more about tuition costs for this program and financial aid options.

Walden’s Enrollment Specialists are committed to helping identify and leverage opportunities for you to save money on your education.

Our Enrollment Specialists are ready to answer any questions you may have regarding this program. Fill out the form on this page to be contacted or call 855-203-5779.

Why earn your MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership at Walden?

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Relevant Curriculum

Coursework is based on the latest research and current best practices.

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Exceptional Student Services

Benefit from our 24/7 tech support, Writing Center, Career Services Center, and more.

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Learn from Experts

Walden faculty members are scholars, researchers, and distinguished leaders in their industries.

"Walden is a unique platform of education. They have mastered the art of nontraditional education."

Seth Barnett | Master of Public Administration (MPA) Graduate

Enrollment Restrictions by State

Walden currently cannot enroll residents of the following states/districts into the MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership: New Mexico.

ONGOING MILITARY OFFER:

A 15% tuition reduction for servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and their spouses.*

*A 15% tuition reduction is available to new students who are servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, or employees of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This tuition reduction is also available if you are a spouse of a servicemember, veteran, or employee of the VA. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course.

Walden may change the tuition reduction offered hereunder at any time, but such change will not affect the tuition reduction for students who are currently enrolled at Walden and using the existing tuition reduction. All tuition reductions, grants, or scholarships are subject to specific eligibility requirements. Contact a Walden University Enrollment Specialist for details.

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