Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services
Management of Nonprofit Agencies Specialization
School of Human Services
This specialization offers opportunities for advanced study and research in nonprofit management. The curriculum addresses contemporary issues facing nonprofits, such as financial management, marketing, public policy, grant writing, advocacy, and human resource management. Upon completion, you will be prepared to successfully assume key nonprofit management positions, consult, teach, or establish new nonprofit community programs.
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length.
You may be eligible for transfer of up to 48 credits.
- ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: February 3, 2025
- COST PER QUARTER: $4,050
- (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment)
- TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 120 credits
- ONE WEEK COLLOQUIUM - TUITION: $1,350
 
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Core Courses:
- HS 8002 - Advanced Research in Adult Human Development and Behavior - 4 credits
- HS 8100 - Fundamentals of Social Science Research - 4 credits
- HS 8106 - Epistemology of Practice Knowledge - 4 credits
- HS 8111 - Quantitative Research Methods in the Human Services - 4 credits
- HS 8112 - Advanced Qualitative Research Methods - 4 credits
- HS 8113 - Advanced Study in Research Methods - 4 credits
- HS 8300 - Diversity in the Workplace - 4 credits
Specialization Courses:
- HS 889 - Role and Function of Boards and CEOs - 4 credits
- HS 893 - Management of Human Service Agencies - 4 credits
- HS 7501 - Fundraising Strategies for Nonprofit Organizations - 4 credits
- HS 7502 - Grant Proposal Development and Administration- 4 credits
- HS 8107 - Marketing and Public Relations for Nonprofits - 4 credits
- HS 8108 - Financial Analysis and Reporting for Nonprofit Executives - 4 credits
- HS 8109 - Nonprofit Public Policy and Advocacy - 4 credits
- HS 8508 - Ethics for Nonprofit Executives - 4 credits
- HS 8509 - Law and Nonprofit Organizations - 4 credits
- HS 8511 - Resource Management in Nonprofit Organizations - 4 credits
- HS 8512 - Organizational Assessment and Program Evaluation in Nonprofit Organizations
- HS 9984 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination I - 4 credits
- HS 9985 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination II - 4 credits
- HS 9996 - Dissertation Research I - 4 credits
- HS 9997 - Dissertation Research II - 4 credits
- HS 9998 - Dissertation Research III - 4 credits
- HS 9999 - Dissertation Research IV - 4 credits
Six Elective Courses:
- Choose any graduate courses - 24 credits
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