Nonprofit Management

Nonprofit Management at 糖心Vlog (糖心Vlog) prepares you to lead, manage, and innovate in organizations that serve the public good. You鈥檒l gain the skills to navigate the unique challenges of the nonprofit sector鈥攍ike managing volunteers, fundraising, and working with diverse boards鈥攚hile building a foundation in ethical leadership and effective service delivery. Whether you want to launch your own nonprofit, advance in your current organization, or make a difference in your community, this area of study gives you the tools to turn your passion into impact.

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About Nonprofit Management at 糖心Vlog

糖心Vlog鈥檚 Nonprofit Management programs are designed for both emerging and experienced leaders. The curriculum is flexible, allowing you to tailor electives to your interests, and most courses are offered in a hybrid format鈥攃ombining online learning with occasional in-person sessions for real-world connection. You鈥檒l learn from faculty with deep experience in the field and connect with a network of alumni leading organizations across South Florida and beyond. The program emphasizes practical skills, critical thinking, and ethical decision-making, preparing you for a fast-growing sector with strong career prospects.

Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic

Undergraduate

  • Minor in Nonprofit Management

Graduate

  • Master of Nonprofit Management (MNM)
  • Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Executive Leadership

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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes

1. Develop critical, analytical, and managerial skills for effective nonprofit leadership.
2. Understand the legal, ethical, and financial frameworks unique to nonprofit organizations.
3. Build expertise in resource development, fundraising, and volunteer management.
4. Prepare for leadership roles in a variety of nonprofit settings, from human services to arts and culture.

1. Apply best practices in nonprofit governance, operations, and service delivery.
2. Demonstrate ethical decision-making and accountability in nonprofit environments.
3. Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including boards, donors, and the public.
4. Lead teams and manage projects that advance organizational missions.
5. Use data and analysis to inform strategy and measure impact.

FAQs

Currently we are not requiring the GRE even if the minimum GPA threshold is not met for the MNM degree program.

Bachelors degree (does not have to be related to nonprofit management)
GPA: Overall 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for your undergraduate degree
Two letters of recommendation
A personal essay
Current resume
We are currently WAIVING THE GRE. Your application is considered on the totality of documents you submit, sans GRE test scores.

Most of our MNM program courses are hybrid, which means that there may be a 鈥渓ive session鈥� component in some of our courses. This requires that students come to campus on a particular evening periodically during the semester to meet in-person with the professor and student colleagues. During other weeks, there are asynchronous interactions using our online platform Canvas.

We allow students to schedule their own classes, so they choose whether to attend full- or part-time.

MNM, 33 credit hours:

Typically, a part-time student taking two courses per semester in Fall, Spring and Summer can complete their MNM degree in one and one-half years (5 semesters).

A full-time student taking three courses per semester can complete their MNM degree in just over one year (4 semesters).

The MNM program requires electives, which are great opportunities for students to take courses tailored to their interests. We do not restrict students鈥� electives (as long as they are at the 5000- or 6000-level), so students can customize their degree program.

Please visit 糖心Vlog鈥檚 webpage for the current tuition breakdown: /finaid/other/cost-of-attendance/

The School of Public Administration has very competitive Assistantships available. Once admitted, students can be considered for this part-time appointment.

Please visit 糖心Vlog鈥檚 webpage 鈥� there are numerous resources to assist students financially plan for their education: /finaid/

For students in the MNM program, internships are required if the student does not have relative experience in that field (nonprofit experience for the MNM program).

Taken as an elective, the internship requires the student to work 15 to 20 hours per week throughout the semester, applying what they learned in the program to routine agency operations or to special projects.

MNM alumni are leading nonprofit organizations that vary from philanthropic organizations to behavioral health and social service providers. Some of our graduates also run their own nonprofits. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the annual salary of a person in a management or professional occupation within the nonprofit sector averages $71,011. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, other career prospects in the nonprofit sector include:

Social and Community Service Managers
Employment of social and community service managers is projected to grow 17 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Employment growth will be driven by increases in the elderly population and increases in demand for substance abuse treatment and mental health and health-related services.
Average annual salary (2019) $67,150.
Public Relations and Fundraising Managers
Employment of public relations and fundraising managers is projected to grow 9 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Employment of public relations managers will be driven by the need for organizations to maintain their public image, especially with the growth of social media. The need to raise funds for nonprofit organizations will require more fundraising managers.
Average annual salary (2019) $116,180.

Our graduate students hold undergraduate degrees in political science, social work, criminal justice, economics, business administration, marketing, psychology, and many others. We do not require or prefer any particular undergraduate degree, since we value the variety of knowledge and experience of our diverse student population.

Students must complete the 33 credit hour course work, earning no grade below a C. A GPA of 3.0 or higher is required to complete the MNM degree.

A faculty committee reviews applications, and applicants are notified usually within two weeks of the deadline.

Please visit the Graduate College鈥檚 International Student website for more specific information: /graduate/applyonline/international.php

Official Transcripts: must be sent from the Registrar of each college you have attended.
Transcripts from U.S. institutions or English-speaking Canadian institutions should be sent directly to the centralized application systems (CAS). For more information on how to send transcripts, please visit the Help Center.
Please Note: Applicants who previously attended 糖心Vlog do not need to send their 糖心Vlog transcripts.

There is a non-refundable application fee due at the time the online application is started.

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