Spring 2008: San Francisco

Fall 2008: San Francisco , Sacramento

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The Master of Nonprofit Administration (MNA) degree program prepares experienced adults for management and leadership roles in the independent sector. The program prepares its graduates to be reflective practitioners, capable of independent professional judgment that integrates theory, practical experience, and commitment to social values.

Objectives

The curriculum addresses issues and problems of nonprofit management, and helps students master relevant concepts, skills, and analytic tools. Courses investigate the political, economic, and social environments of nonprofit organizations, with attention to demographic trends and diversity in U.S. society. The MNA program is designed for students already working in nonprofit corporations, foundations, voluntary associations, community organizations, or nongovernmental organizations.The program is associated with the USF Institute for Nonprofit Organization Management, which conducts research on the nonprofit sector and philanthropy.

MNA Program Requirements

The MNA degree requires 27 months of coursework, involving 30 units of required core courses, 3 units of elective courses, and a 3-unit capstone seminar. All MNA students take the first 30 units of required core courses and the final 3-unit capstone seminar together. 3-unit elective courses are offered on a rotating basis, or students may opt to take an elective course outside the MNA program if approved by their advisor.