Master of Nonprofit Management – Financial Management Empower Nonprofits and Shape a Better World

30
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Help Your Nonprofit Use Its Resources Effectively with a Master of Nonprofit Management – Financial Management Degree
Every nonprofit organization serves a unique purpose – but all nonprofits rely on strong leadership and sufficient financial resources in order to carry out their mission. If you want to help your nonprofit make wise financial decisions, Liberty University’s online Master of Nonprofit Management (MNM) – Financial Management may be right for you. In this program, you can learn how to help nonprofits of all sizes acquire new capital, establish sustainable goals, and achieve financial stability.
The nonprofit world needs people like you who have a passion for serving others and a desire to lead with integrity. At Liberty, you’ll have the opportunity to explore this passion and hone your financial skills for use in a nonprofit career. Our master’s degree in financial management and nonprofit management can also help strengthen your leadership and communication abilities – so you can become better equipped to take on top-level roles in your organization.
Whether you currently work in the nonprofit sector or want to enter this exciting field for the first time, our nonprofit financial management master’s degree can help you pursue your goals. Partner with us and prepare to make a difference in your community.






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What Sets Us Apart?
- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty’s Master’s in Nonprofit Financial Management Online Degree?
We don’t just train students for nonprofit work – we equip passionate, motivated individuals with the knowledge, values, and skills essential for impacting the world. Throughout this master’s in financial management, you can learn how to develop strategic plans and innovative solutions using best practices in nonprofit governance and finance. Our seasoned faculty have years of experience and advanced degrees in related fields, so you can be confident that you’re learning from the best. Additionally, our professors are committed to helping you succeed academically, professionally, and spiritually – which means you’ll receive training that’s both in-depth and well-rounded.
We know that the rest of your life doesn’t get put on hold when you go back to school. That’s why our nonprofit financial management degree courses are offered 100% online with 8 different start dates each year and no set login times. By partnering with us, you’ll have the freedom to earn your degree on your schedule and stay invested in the things that matter – like your family, job, and community – while taking the next step in your educational journey.
At Liberty, you won’t have to sacrifice quality for flexibility. We are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) – meaning our programs have met rigorous academic standards and accreditation requirements. As you complete your nonprofit financial management courses online, you can be confident that you’re gaining a world-class education.
What Will You Study in Our Online Financial Management and Nonprofit Management Degree?
This degree program is broken down into 2 parts: core nonprofit courses and the financial management specialization. The core courses cover essential aspects of nonprofit management such as board governance, fundraising, development, and grant writing. You’ll also examine international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and the role they play in serving the public good. Additionally, you’ll study nonprofit accounting standards for budgets, transactions, and financial statements. The capstone course can help you synthesize your knowledge as you learn how to apply strategic planning and ethics to nonprofit work.
Within the financial management specialization, you’ll have the opportunity to develop financial skills that are vital in the nonprofit sector. For example, you can learn how to evaluate the health of a nonprofit organization by analyzing its financial statements. You’ll also dive into tax law, governmental accounting, and the impact of various legal issues on nonprofits. Lastly, you will study financial planning, forecasting, and risk management from a nonprofit perspective. With the knowledge you gain in this program, you can help your organization make proactive changes and develop financially sustainable goals.
Potential Career Opportunities
Some of the roles you could pursue with this degree include:
- Advocacy director
- Chief financial officer (CFO)
- Director of development
- Executive director
- Financial manager
- Fundraising manager
- Major gifts officer
- Program director
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Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Business.
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
Graduate Full Time | $565/Credit |
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Graduate Part Time | $615/Credit |
Military Graduate | $275/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Liberty’s Nonprofit Financial Management Master’s Degree
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing. Applicants who have earned a master’s degree or at least 12 graduate credits from an accredited institution will be assessed on the basis of the master’s-level degree work.
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your master’s degree after the last day of class for your bachelor’s degree.
- Complete a Bachelor’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official/unofficial transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
- If you are a current Liberty University student completing your undergraduate degree, you will need to submit a Degree/Certificate Completion Application.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new master’s degree.
Dual Enrollment
Please see the Online Dual Enrollment page for information about starting graduate courses while finishing your bachelor’s degree.
Transcript Policies
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Admissions Office Contact Information
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1971 University Blvd.
Lynchburg, VA 24515

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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What accreditation does Liberty University have?
Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
What are the benefits of pursuing a program like this online?
- As an online student, you’ll have access to a wealth of resources through our top-notch library portal.
- You’ll have the opportunity to network with nonprofit professionals from across the country while pursuing your online financial management degree.
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