Earn Your Master of Nonprofit Administration
The Master of Nonprofit Administration (MNA) degree prepares individuals to lead nonprofits across the sector. This degree covers all the disciplines essential to running effective, mission-driven organizations, from fundraising to financial decision-making to governance. A particular focus on strategic management, as well as relevant regulations and external reporting requirements, will help you develop the skills you need to serve as an executive in both small and large organizations.
Faculty Spotlight:
Dr. Lee Sundholm
A seasoned economics professor and alumnus of North Park University, Professor Lee Sundholm believes the School of Business and Nonprofit Management offers students the opportunity to grow in wisdom and knowledge based on a commitment to learning.
Study In-Person or Online
Complete your MNA 100% online, through traditional face-to-face classes, or through a combination of formats. Online courses work around your schedule and utilize a secure course website. Choose the combination of class locations that fits your learning style and schedule.
Alumni Profile
Malik Gillani G’13 appreciated his nonprofit coursework in part because of projects that were immediately relevant to his nonprofit organization, Chicago’s Silk Road Rising theatre project, as well as professors who were dedicated to teaching and developing effective nonprofit leaders. He has used his education to create positive, lasting changes for Silk Road, and is confident in his ability to lead the organization into its future.
Axelson Center for Nonprofit Management
North Park’s Axelson Center for Nonprofit Management is a premier resource for nonprofit professionals, providing events, training, and networking opportunities for everyone from seasoned managers and CEOs to individuals starting their careers. The Axelson Center’s annual symposium attracts hundreds of leaders and invites them to engage with contemporary issues and challenges confronting their nonprofit organizations. The Center is a fantastic resource for North Park University students, who are invited to participate in all these programs at a significant discount, gaining valuable connections and learning from nonprofit experts.
MNA Coursework
Advance your nonprofit career through practical coursework that includes:
- Nonprofit Financial Management
- Nonprofit Board Governance and Volunteer Management
- Nonprofit Marketing Analysis and Consumer Behavior
- Measuring Outcomes and Assessment
Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Credential
Through a partnership with the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, a national network of colleges, universities and national nonprofit organizations, School of Business and Nonprofit Management students at North Park University have access to the exclusive Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential.
Where North Park Alumni Work
- American Medical Association Foundation
- Hephzibah Children’s Association
- Community Human Services, Inc.
- Albany Park Community Center
- Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Historical Society
- Million Dollar Round Table Foundation
- Girl Scouts of America
- Carmel Catholic High School
- University of Chicago Booth School of Business
- Casa Central
Certificate Options
Graduate-level certificates options allow you to add depth to your degree in a specific area, from nonprofit finance to marketing to church administration and more. Complete one of 16 nonprofit or business certificates through elective options available with the MNA without adding time or cost to your degree program.
You might also be interested in:
Master of Business Administration
Certificate in Nonprofit Management
Certificate in Nonprofit Governance