Overview

The Nonprofit Management and Leadership - Self-Designed M.Sc. at Walden University provides a customisable academic pathway for professionals seeking to lead social change. This programme empowers students to align their learning with specific organisational needs while mastering essential management strategies. By choosing this self-designed track, learners gain the versatility required to navigate the complex challenges of the global nonprofit sector.

Why Nonprofit Management and Leadership - Self-Designed at Walden University?

Walden University offers a distinctive learning environment as a Certified B Corporation, demonstrating a rigorous commitment to social responsibility and transparency. The programme is supported by expert faculty members who are active practitioners and researchers in the field of public policy and administration. Students benefit from a curriculum grounded in real-world application, designed to foster emotional intelligence, systems thinking, and ethical decision-making. The institution's institutional accreditation ensures that the degree meets high academic standards while providing comprehensive support services to help working professionals succeed.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 34965 per full
National fee: USD 34965 per full
Local fee: USD 34965 per full

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on building high-impact leadership competencies through a blend of core theory and elective customisation. Modules may include:

Business Essentials
Managerial Finance
Dynamic Leadership
Managing People and Promoting Collaboration
Improving Business Performance
Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
Healthcare Systems and Quality Outcomes
Strategic Management

Careers with Nonprofit Management and Leadership - Self-Designed

Graduates are prepared for a variety of leadership roles within charitable organisations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and public service agencies. The programme equips individuals to pursue positions such as general manager, operations manager, or human resources manager within the nonprofit sector. Focus is placed on developing the skills necessary to coordinate complex organisational functions, lead diverse sales or fundraising teams, and direct administrative operations. These roles are essential for professionals aiming to influence policy, manage human capital effectively, and drive sustainable social impact within their communities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ethics and Social Justice
Organizational Management and Leadership
Human Resource Management: Building a Capable Workforce
Board Governance and Volunteer Management
Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination
Resource Development
Evidence-Based Evaluation Methods

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 33 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Starting 2027-05-31 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

63 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree or higher

Walden requires the following information to be considered for admission into any of its online degree programs. Admission requirements vary by program and degree level. You may need to supply additional information for certain programs and/or degrees.

Official transcript(s) of highest degree or coursework completed to date
English proficiency test scores (if applicable)
Goal statement (select master’s and doctoral programs only)

Completed application
Current résumé, when applicable
Access to a computer and the Internet

Tuition Fees

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12714 USD / year

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12714 USD / year

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12714 USD / year

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Funding

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