Nonprofit Management, Master of Arts at Johns Hopkins University

Programme overview

Johns Hopkins University's Master of Arts in Nonprofit Management program provides students with the leadership and organizational skills needed to succeed in the nonprofit sector, both domestically and abroad. The MA in Nonprofit Management program is made up of ten asynchronous online courses (six core courses and four electives).

Faculty: Krieger School of Arts and Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Location: Baltimore, MD, United States

What you will study

Total credits: 30.

Career pathways

Examine the most critical dimensions of the nonprofit sector using history, theories, data, and relevant shifts over time. Synthesize the roles nonprofits play in society, including international non-governmental organizations and broader civil society organizations, to distinguish among charitable, philanthropic, member-serving, and advocacy...

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Statement of Purpose: Please provide a statement, up to one page in length, describing your personal background and/or a part of your life experience that has shaped you or your goal to pursue an advanced degree in Nonprofit Management. Feel free to elaborate on personal challenges and opportunities that have influenced your decision to pursue a graduate degree at Johns Hopkins. Two Letters of Recommendation: These should be from individuals who are familiar with your educational experiences or professional background.

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