Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Nonprofit Administration Concentration

Program Overview

This concentration in Nonprofit Administration enhances knowledge and skills for individuals seeking careers in nonprofit fields. It provides a core foundation in public administration and specialized courses in grant writing, fundraising, and strategic management for nonprofit organizations. Students can choose electives under faculty guidance and complete a capstone seminar or internship to gain practical experience.

Program Outline

Outline:

This concentration is designed for those who want to enhance their knowledge of nonprofit administration. It is appropriate for individuals pursuing careers in a wide range of nonprofit fields and is intended to provide a core set of skills and knowledge for people who desire to enhance their management and supervisory skills within the context of a nonprofit organization.

Course List:

• Public Administration Core
• PPA 500 Foundations of Public Service
• PPA 501 Analysis and Decision Making I
• PPA 502 Analysis and Decision Making II
• PPA 503 Public Budgeting & Finance
• PPA 504 Public Human Resource Management
• PPA 505 Public Sector Organization Theory
• PPA 506 Foundations in Nonprofit Administration
• Concentration Requirements
• PPA 532 Grant Writing
• PPA 533 Nonprofit Fundraising Essentials
• PPA 535 Strategic Management for Nonprofit Organizations
• Electives
• Selected under advisement of M.P.A.
director or faculty advisor.
• Capstone Seminar
• PPA 600 Capstone Seminar in Public Administration
• Internship or Professional Seminar
• Required for students without sufficient, professional public sector work experience.
• PPA 601 Public Policy and Administration Internship
• PPA 602 Professional Seminar in Public Administration