Program Overview

Students will learn to act ethically and effectively in leading and managing philanthropic and nonprofit organizations, and to transcend traditional boundaries in the pursuit of prosperous, safe, and healthy communities.

The MPNL degree is designed for professionals with at least three years of full-time experience in management, and/or employment within the nonprofit sector. However, exceptional individuals who do not meet this criteria are encouraged to reach out to the Program Director for information and to discuss options for applying to the program. The MPNL consists of 36 credit hours of coursework. Students can pursue the following emphases:

• Community impact
• Mission advancement
• Nonprofit healthcare
• Customized with approval of advisor

Why Study Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership at Grand Valley?

• The program is accredited by the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council and is regularly ranked in the top ten nationwide for graduate programs in nonprofit management.
• The program meets the needs of both part- and full-time students with evening and weekend courses, workshops, and the ability to take course in a variety of formats.
• Grand Valley library's endowed Johnson Collection for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership is one of the country's most comprehensive collections of books, journals, and audiovisuals on the nonprofit sector.
• There are opportunities for students to collaborate with faculty on field-related research projects.
  
• Students develop skills in effective, ethical leadership and management through real-world learning opportunities.
• Grand Valley's innovative nonprofit leadership curriculum is designed for the diverse needs of today's job market.