Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Nonprofit Management

Offered By: College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Domains

  1. Being a Public Servant - Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Public Administration will learn how to be effective public servants in the execution of both hard and soft skills.
    • Analyze why it is essential for public servants to conduct themselves in a legal and ethical manner with various stakeholders.
    • Analyze how principles of Christian leadership establish a philosophical foundation for public service.
    • Apply systems thinking to manage various forces to maximize the public good.
    • Present information in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
    • Use technology to manage data and organize information.
  2. Resource Management - Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Public Administration will learn how to effectively manage resources to maximize organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
    • Conduct a cost benefit analysis to determine the best allocation of public resources.
    • Analyze a budget and balance the sources and uses of funds.
    • Make sound decisions involving personnel based on labor law, the needs of the organization, and available resources.
    • Recommend strategies for negotiating various agreements.
  3. Policy and Politics - Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Public Administration will navigate issues related to policy and politics to best serve the public good.
    • Recommend strategies to navigate political dynamics in the execution of duties.
    • Develop strategies to foster collaboration between diverse groups in order to solve issues.
    • Analyze the impact of policies or regulations on agencies, personnel, and the public.
    • Recommend strategies to build relationships and advocate with elected or governing board officials.
  4. Non-profit Management - Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Public Administration With Emphasis in Non-profit Management will develop the abilities necessary to fill leadership roles within the non-profit sector.
    • Develop volunteer management strategies.
    • Recommend strategies for community organizing and capacity building.
    • Determine appropriate funding strategies for a particular cause.
    • Evaluate the contributions of Christianity in the advancement of social good through the non-profit sector.

Faculty

Our faculty are committed to bringing their abundant knowledge, enthusiasm, and experience to GCU and its students every day.

Program Faculty

Disclosure Categories Related to Professional Licensure

Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Nonprofit Management

for residents of AL, AK, AS, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, GU, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, MP, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VI, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY,

Alabama

Not Intended for Licensure

This program is not intended to lead to licensure or certification in Arizona or any other US state or territory.

Alaska

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This program is not intended to lead to licensure or certification in Arizona or any other US state or territory.

American Samoa

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This program is not intended to lead to licensure or certification in Arizona or any other US state or territory.

Arizona

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This program is not intended to lead to licensure or certification in Arizona or any other US state or territory.

Arkansas

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California

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Colorado

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This program is not intended to lead to licensure or certification in Arizona or any other US state or territory.

Connecticut

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This program is not intended to lead to licensure or certification in Arizona or any other US state or territory.

Delaware

Not Intended for Licensure

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District of Columbia

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Florida

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Georgia

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Guam, US Territory

Not Intended for Licensure

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Hawaii

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Idaho

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Illinois

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Indiana

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Iowa

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Kansas

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Kentucky

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Louisiana

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Maine

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Maryland

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Massachusetts

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Michigan

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Minnesota

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Mississippi

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Missouri

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Montana

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Nebraska

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Nevada

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New Hampshire

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New Jersey

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New Mexico

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New York

Not Intended for Licensure

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North Carolina

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North Dakota

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Northern Mariana Islands

Not Intended for Licensure

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Ohio

Not Intended for Licensure

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Oklahoma

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Oregon

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Pennsylvania

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Puerto Rico

Not Intended for Licensure

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Rhode Island

Not Intended for Licensure

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South Carolina

Not Intended for Licensure

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South Dakota

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Tennessee

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Texas

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Utah

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Vermont

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Virgin Islands

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Virginia

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Washington

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West Virginia

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Wisconsin

Not Intended for Licensure

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Wyoming

Not Intended for Licensure

This program is not intended to lead to licensure or certification in Arizona or any other US state or territory.

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