Why Study Nonprofit Management?
Designed to prepare leaders for the nonprofit sector, the major provides strong preparation and skills in all essential functions of nonprofit management. You’ll learn to manage resources and contribute to organizational change; develop a strategic focus for solving complex organizational challenges; analyze nonprofit financial statements and develop budgets; and maximize volunteer, fundraising, and board governance effectiveness. Advance your career and increase your earning potential with a degree in nonprofit management.
Preparing for the Next Step in Your Career
We understand the importance of supporting and encouraging our students throughout their educational journey. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to guiding you every step of the way, providing the resources and assistance you need to succeed.
Faculty Spotlight: Trevor James
“I firmly believe in the mission and vision of North Park and the School of Professional Studies. We truly care about our students, and we celebrate in their accomplishments and help them in their struggles,” says Dr. James. “I try not to just teach the material but make it applicable for students. That way they are able to use what they learned in the classroom the next day at work or in their daily lives,” he adds.
Credit for Life Experience
In the School of Professional Studies, you may earn academic credit for life experience through the Credit for Prior Learning process. Credit may be earned for demonstrated learning from informal life experience, professional church or organizational management training, ministry licensure, certification, or any other source.
Alumni Spotlight
Violet Ricker C’10 earned her nonprofit management degree through a combination of online and in-person classes. Today, she is executive director of a nonprofit organization that works for community development. Because of the degree program, Ricker says, “I understand the connectedness of volunteer development, fundraising, communication, and community outreach.”
Careers in Nonprofit Management
Graduates have a broad range of career opportunities in nonprofit and business management, human resources, social work, and more. Many students also continue on to graduate programs, including North Park’s School of Business and Nonprofit Management.
Location Options
A degree in nonprofit management can be earned through classes offered at the Chicago and Grayslake campuses, a combination of online and in-person classes, or exclusively online.
Program Flexibility
Flexibility is built right into the School of Professional Studies. New classes start every two months, with seven-week accelerated courses that meet just once a week at one of our two campus locations–evenings or Saturdays–or online.
By taking at least six courses a year, most students finish their degree in 2.5 years or less, depending on transfer credit (students can transfer as many as 90 hours).
Explore the courses and requirements for the nonprofit management major.