Online Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management

Arizona State University’s Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management focuses on creating and advancing positive change in communities around the world. This specialized online degree equips you with the skills needed to pursue a variety of leadership positions within the nonprofit sector, such as roles in fundraising, advocacy and volunteer management.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 08/21/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 11

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 33

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Gain the knowledge and skills you’ll need for nonprofit leadership roles

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Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Nonprofit management master’s courses

During this program, you’ll first build knowledge in core courses that focus on subjects such as financial and resource management and the nonprofit sector. Then, you’ll choose your elective courses to build a specialized education that you’ll apply directly to your career goals.


Prepare for leadership roles in nonprofit management

Upon graduating from this program, you can pursue advanced roles in a number of specialities based on your interests throughout nonprofit organizations. Career examples include, but are limited to:

  • Advocacy director
  • Development director
  • Events manager
  • Fundraising manager
  • Nonprofit executive
  • Philanthropy director
  • Public relations manager
  • Social or community service manager
  • Volunteer manager

Accomplished and distinguished instructors in community service

The impressive faculty in the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions inspire the next generation of public service leaders through real-world solutions to issues in areas such as child welfare, safety, city management, human trafficking and water scarcity. Faculty highlights include:

  • Fellow of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences.
  • Fellow of the American Psychological Association.
  • Member of the National Academy of Public Administration.

Accomplished and distinguished instructors in community service

The impressive faculty in the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions inspire the next generation of public service leaders through real-world solutions to issues in areas such as child welfare, safety, city management, human trafficking and water scarcity. Faculty highlights include:

  • Fellow of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences.
  • Fellow of the American Psychological Association.
  • Member of the National Academy of Public Administration.

How to apply

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions.

Nationally recognized public service programs

The Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions is a comprehensive public service college dedicated to addressing social problems through teaching, research and service. Our programs, which range from public policy and social work to criminal justice and emergency management, are designed to prepare graduates to make a difference in their communities.

#2


best graduate homeland security and emergency management programs, according to U.S. News & World Report.

#2 in the U.S. and #7 in the world


for hospitality, leisure, sport and tourism, according to the Center for World University Rankings.

Top 5


Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management in the nation, according to U.S. News & Report.

Top 10


best online master's in criminal justice programs for veterans, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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