Master of Nonprofit Management Online | Leadership

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Explore How to Master Organization and Leadership Skills with a Nonprofit Management Degree Online

Do you want to dedicate your career to a nonprofit that has a mission you’re passionate about? Maybe you are already involved with a nonprofit and want to pursue new opportunities or take on additional responsibilities. Whether you are a seasoned veteran in the nonprofit sector or just starting out, conferring Liberty’s Master of Nonprofit Management (MNM) – Leadership can help you take the next step toward your career goals.

With a master’s in nonprofit management online from Liberty, you can prepare for a career in a variety of nonprofit areas – including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), charities, educational leadership, churches, and other 501(c)(3) organizations. Nonprofit organizations need knowledgeable managers who can creatively address a range of challenges. Pursue a degree with Liberty University and prepare to lead with confidence in the nonprofit world.

Through coursework focused on leadership, organizational strategy, and nonprofit operations, an online nonprofit leadership degree can help you develop skills relevant across mission-driven organizations. You can explore topics related to ethical leadership, strategic planning, financial stewardship, and team management while examining how values-based decision-making can shape effective nonprofit leadership. Designed with flexibility in mind, this online program allows you to balance your studies with professional and personal commitments as you work toward growth in the nonprofit sector.

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Why Choose Liberty’s Master’s in Nonprofit Management Online?

Whether you are fundraising or managing volunteers, a master’s in nonprofit leadership can help prepare you to lead with improved communication skills and organizational tools. Liberty is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), which confirms to you and your future employers that you have received a credible education. Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.

In addition, a master’s degree in management offers 100% online flexibility – so you can pursue your degree from anywhere with an internet connection. With 8-week courses and 8 different start dates each year, you can get started at your earliest convenience. At Liberty, we aim to provide a flexible learning experience so you can maintain your other responsibilities at home, on the job, and in your community.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment for social and community service managers is projected to grow 6% by 2034 – faster than the average for all occupations.* With this in mind, a nonprofit administration degree can help prepare you for an evolving field of governance in nonprofit organizations and program development. Liberty’s nonprofit leadership courses are taught by professors with years of experience and advanced degrees.

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Social and Community Service Managers (viewed online Jan. 19, 2026). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.

What Will You Study in an Online Nonprofit Management Degree?

As a nonprofit institution, Liberty University values advocacy and organizational change. With a mission of Training Champions for Christ, these values are reflected across academic programs, including the online nonprofit management courses.

In core nonprofit management courses, you can study how nonprofit organizations operate and serve their communities. You explore topics such as nonprofit administration, board leadership, fundraising strategies, and grant development. You can also examine budgeting, ethical decision-making, and accountability within mission-driven organizations. These courses focus on how nonprofit leaders plan programs, manage resources, and support organizational goals in practical and sustainable ways.

In addition to the core coursework, the nonprofit leadership specialization allows you to explore advanced leadership-focused topics. Subject areas may include nonprofit leadership and governance, procurement and development, international NGOs, and nonprofit change management. As you move through the specialization, you can also study fiscal management and strategic leadership across cultures, with an emphasis on leadership decision-making in diverse nonprofit settings.

Together, the management and leadership coursework is structured to support a broad understanding of nonprofit organizations and leadership practices. Liberty’s Master of Nonprofit Management (MNM) – Leadership can provide an academic framework that aligns with roles involving volunteer coordination, organizational leadership, or philanthropic work, depending on individual goals and experience.

Potential Nonprofit Career Opportunities

Advocacy director
Board member
Community manager
Community service manager
Development director
Director of operations
Director of procurement
Entrepreneur
Executive director

Fundraising manager
Gift officer
Grant writer
Marketing manager
Nonprofit project manager
Organizational development consultant
Outreach director
Philanthropy manager
Program director
Volunteer coordinator

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At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.

Graduate Full Time	$580/Credit
Graduate Part Time	$645/Credit
Military Graduate	$290/Credit

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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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.

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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.

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These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nonprofit Leadership Programs

What degree do you need to start a nonprofit organization?

While starting a nonprofit organization does not require a specific degree, education can support the many responsibilities that come with leading one. Starting a nonprofit involves strategic planning, compliance, financial oversight, and leadership decisions, so choosing a degree that builds foundational knowledge can be an important step. Learning what practices support healthy organizations can shape how you approach nonprofit work from the beginning.

An online master’s in nonprofit management and leadership can help you develop decision-making skills often used in nonprofit settings, such as fundraising, grant writing, and effective governance. In this type of program, you explore how mission-driven organizations operate within ethical and legal frameworks while balancing purpose with long-term planning. This academic focus can support informed decision-making as you prepare to launch or guide a nonprofit initiative.

Additionally, nonprofit organization management programs are designed for individuals interested in service-oriented leadership. Whether you are considering planting a church, building a charitable organization, or supporting community outreach efforts, a degree in nonprofit management and leadership can help you prepare for the challenges and responsibilities commonly associated with nonprofit leadership – while offering the flexibility of an online format.

What is the difference between an MBA in Nonprofit Management and a master’s in nonprofit management (MNM) – leadership online?

An MBA in Nonprofit Management and a Master of Nonprofit Management (MNM) – Leadership online both address nonprofit work, but they serve different goals. The main difference comes down to focus and depth.

An MNM is designed to focus specifically on nonprofit organizations. In this program, you can study topics closely tied to mission-driven work, including nonprofit leadership, program development, and organizational strategy. Specifically, the leadership specialization guides you through concepts that can support team leadership, ethical decision-making, and long-term planning within nonprofit settings. This focused approach may appeal to those who want to concentrate on nonprofit leadership rather than general business operations.

In contrast, Liberty’s MBA in Nonprofit Leadership and Management emphasizes broader business foundations. While it does include nonprofit-related coursework, the MBA covers a wide range of business topics, including finance, marketing, operations, and management across many industries. This structure may suit students who want business training that can be applied to both nonprofit and for-profit organizations.

If you are interested in a broad business education with nonprofit applications, exploring Liberty’s online MBA programs may be a helpful next step instead.

What can you do with a master’s in nonprofit management degree?

An online nonprofit management degree can support a variety of roles within mission-driven organizations. Such a degree will focus on leadership, organizational planning, and human resource management, which can be applied across many nonprofit settings.

With this background, you may explore opportunities related to program management, fundraising, grant coordination, community outreach, or nonprofit administration. Some individuals use this degree to strengthen their roles within existing organizations, while others apply these skills in new faith-based, educational, advocacy, or community service environments.

At Liberty University, our online Master of Nonprofit Management – Leadership aims to emphasize leadership and ethical decision-making in nonprofit contexts. While outcomes vary based on experience and organizational needs, this degree can help you build skills that support long-term involvement and growth within nonprofit organizations.

Can you get a degree in philanthropy?

Philanthropy is often intertwined within a broader nonprofit program rather than a standalone major. Graduate-level programs typically approach philanthropy through studies in nonprofit management, leadership, fundraising, and social impact.

In a master’s in nonprofit management online program, you can be exposed to coursework exploring philanthropic topics such as donor relations, fundraising strategy, grant development, and ethical stewardship. These areas closely connect to how philanthropy operates within nonprofit organizations and how effective leaders support mission-driven giving.

If you are interested in the strategic leadership side of a philanthropy degree, a nonprofit management degree may provide an applicable academic path.

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