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Ohio University
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Non-Profit Leadership and Management Concentration

Customize Your MPA for a Career in Non-Profit Leadership and Management

Ohio University's 100% online MPA with a concentration in Non-Profit Leadership and Management allows you to tailor your education for leadership positions within the non-profit sector. With this program, you'll complete 9 concentration credits as part of the 36 total credits required for the online master's degree.

  • We offer an interactive classroom environment in which everyone can learn and thrive on their own schedules.
  • The specialized curriculum is designed specifically for public administration professionals in the non-profit space.
  • Coursework features hands-on projects to help you build an applicable skill set for career success.

What Makes Us Unique

  • 100% online
  • Faculty who are experienced in the non-profit sector
  • No GRE/GMAT required

Promote Your Passion with Non-Profit Leadership Expertise

Ohio University's online Non-Profit Leadership and Management concentration delivers the skills you need to fill service gaps in specific communities, both locally and globally. You'll learn from industry experts as you explore the relationship between social responsibility and entrepreneurship within a fundraising capacity.

Additionally, you'll learn to leverage the connective power of technology to raise funds and awareness for your non-profit efforts. You'll graduate fully prepared to become an indispensable contributor to your organization's strategy.

Non-Profit Management Courses

3 Concentration Courses | 9 Concentration Credits
Courses for the Nonprofit Leadership and Management concentration prepare you to lead promotions and fundraising for your organization.

  • MPA 5660 Strategic Communication and Outreach for Non-Profit Management

    This course offers an overview of communications concepts and media activities in ways that will help students develop a strategic communication plan focused on emphasizing a commitment to organizational mission; building trust among internal and external audiences; clarifying organizational priorities; and generating public value.

  • MPA 5680 Non-Profit Financial Management and Resource Development

    This course introduces the tradition of philanthropy and fundraising in the United States and examines practical, moral and legal issues involving fund development and the fundraising profession. Students receive the opportunity to apply fundraising techniques and practices to enhance the financial commitment of individuals, corporations, foundations and government to “real-life” development projects.

  • MPA 5890 Non-Profit Leadership and Governance

    This course provides an introduction to the non-profit sector and its role in society, the economy and the delivery of human services. Instruction includes an overview of principle management junctions as each applies to non-profit organizations.

Career Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of fundraising managers alone is expected to grow by 5% through 2032, creating thousands of new positions.

  • Grant Administrator

    $66,900

    median annual salary1

  • Fundraiser

    $61,190

    median annual salary2

Additional Online MPA Concentrations

Answers to Common Questions

Find answers to common questions about the online program. For information not covered here, our expert admissions team is available to provide additional details and guidance.

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How fast can I complete the online or hybrid MPA program?

You can complete the program in just two years. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.

Does the online or hybrid MPA program have a full-time option?

The online programs are designed for full-time professionals and are only offered part-time, with one to two classes every 15 weeks. This allows you to achieve a realistic balance between work, school and personal responsibilities and gives you the opportunity to fully absorb the information in your coursework. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.

Does the online or hybrid MPA program have a part-time option?

The online programs are designed for full-time professionals and are offered part-time, with one to two classes every 15 weeks. This allows you to achieve a realistic balance between work, school, and personal responsibilities and gives you the opportunity to fully absorb the information in your coursework. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.

What is the total tuition for the MPA program?

Executive MPA

Tuition for the online Executive MPA program is $21,168 for Ohio residents and $21,852 for non-residents. You need to complete 36 credits at $588 per credit hour for Ohio residents and $607 per credit hour for non-residents. You can review all tuition costs here.

Online MPA

Tuition for the online Executive MPA program is $28,944 for Ohio residents and $29,628 for non-residents. You need to complete 36 credits at $804 per credit hour for Ohio residents and $823 per credit hour for non-residents. You can review all tuition costs here.

Do the online or hybrid MPA programs require an entrance exam like the GMAT or GRE?

No, there are no entrance exams required. You can learn more about our admissions requirements here.

Sources

  1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Fundraiser. Retrieved April 11, 2024 from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/fundraisers.htm.
  2. Payscale.com. Grants Administrator Salary. Retrieved from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Grants_Administrator/Salary.