Nonprofit Leadership and Management (BS)

Arizona State University’s online Bachelor of Science in nonprofit management and leadership equips passionate changemakers with the skills to strengthen communities and drive meaningful change. This program blends leadership training, strategic management and hands-on learning to prepare you to champion causes that matter most to you.

Quick facts
Next start date: 08/21/2025
Total classes: 37
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120

Nonprofit leadership and management courses

Courses provide knowledge in areas such as ethical leadership, community service evaluation and voluntary action. You’ll examine how nonprofits address community needs and assess the impact of individual and collective efforts. The program culminates in a service learning course or a six-credit internship with a nonprofit organization. Both options provide hands-on experience and insight into the impact of mission-driven work.

The jobs a nonprofit management degree prepares you for

A career in nonprofit management opens doors for opportunities in charities, foundations, advocacy groups, social services organizations and arts and cultural institutions. Other career paths include positions in government agencies, social enterprises, international NGOs, educational institutions and faith-based organizations. Your skills can also pave the way for industry credentials and career advancement.

Graduates are prepared to make an impact in roles including, but not limited to:

Social and Human Service Assistants

Growth: 8.6%
Salary: $38,520

Chief Executives

Growth: -8.2%
Salary: $189,520

Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other

Growth: 6.5%
Salary: $47,290

Compliance Managers

Growth: 3.3%
Salary: $128,620

General and Operations Managers

Growth: 4.2%
Salary: $98,100

Public Relations Managers

Growth: 5.9%
Salary: $129,430

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Growth: 3.3%
Salary: $128,620

Social and Community Service Managers

Growth: 9.1%
Salary: $74,240