Minor in nonprofit management

Mission-minded, business-savvy and building communities

Whether you want to work in a hospital, a volunteer-based organization, government agencies, lobbying for legislation, university or a church, nonprofit and government organizations require a special skill set to motivate teams, implement new programs and bring a mission to life. You need a wide range of knowledge that you'll gain in this minor.

Credits18

Sample Careers

Nonprofit manager
Public service manager
Marketing manager

Scholarships

$1000s in new scholarships available for this program.

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Program Overview

Our nonprofit management minor will give you the opportunity to learn from experts in the field who bring their real-world experience into the classroom. They’ll introduce you to subjects like governance and board development, fundraising and budgeting strategies, volunteer recruitment, public and intergovernmental relations, financial and legal issues, program evaluation and fraud prevention.

What to Expect

Because we want to make this program work with your schedule, we offer classes online or virtual one night a week. Our accelerated degrees are designed for working professionals, which means you can get your degree on your time—while still working full-time.

Concentrations / Specializations

This program is also offered as a Certificate. Please see the course catalog for a full description and curriculum.

How to Apply

You may apply at any time as Concordia operates on a rolling admission basis with new courses beginning every 8 weeks. Applications will be reviewed until about two weeks before the start of the next eight-week class session.

Accelerated

Steps for program admission:

Submit your accelerated online application.
We help guide you through: You will receive communication from your helpful Admission Counselor about next steps, entrance requirements, and how to submit application materials.
Review entrance requirements and submit admissions pieces:

Cumulative undergrad GPA of 2.00 for previous college credits from regionally accredited institutions for full acceptance. *If GPA is lower than 2.00, students may be accepted conditionally based upon additional requirements.
Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions must be sent to CUW Admission, 12800 N. Lake Shore Drive, Mequon, WI 53097. If less than 60 college credits, an official high school transcript or proof of GED is required. *Standardized test results are not required.

Acceptance! When your application file is complete, it will be reviewed by the admission committee and you will be notified of entrance status.
Schedule Advising Appointment: Once admitted, you may schedule to meet with your Academic & Career Advisor who will review your degree plan, discuss orientation steps, the CUW student portal, and assist with registering for classes.
Fill out application for Uncommon Scholarship if you qualify.

Minor in Nonprofit Management

Mission-minded, business-savvy and building communities

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