Doctor of Philosophy in Human Services - Management of Nonprofit Agencies

University or College Capella University

Qualification Doctoral Degree

Awarding body Capella University

Cost of the program $4335 per quarterly tution

Duration 7 Year(s)

Study mode Online

Course description This Management of Nonprofit Agencies PhD specialization allows you to explore your own nonprofit research interests while deepening your knowledge of contemporary business and social issues faced by nonprofit leaders. The specialization includes nonprofit-focused course work in workplace diversity, board management, advocacy, fundraising, ethics, program management, and resource management. People who choose this specialization often wish to pursue higher education faculty or leadership positions in nonprofit organizations or are considering starting their own nonprofit organization.

Subjects covered HS8002 - Advanced Research in Adult Human Development and Behavior, HS8300 - Diversity in the Workplace,HS8106 - Epistemology of Practice Knowledge, HS8100 - Fundamentals of Social Science Research, HS8111 - Quantitative Research Methods in the Human Services, HS8112 - Advanced Qualitative Research Methods, HS8113 - Advanced Study in Research Methods, HS8107 - Marketing and Public Relations for Nonprofits, HS8108 - Financial Analysis and Reporting for Nonprofit Executives, HS8109 - Nonprofit Public Policy and Advocacy, HS7501 - Fundraising Strategies for Nonprofit Organizations, HS7502 - Grant Proposal Development and Administration, HS8508 - Ethics for Nonprofit Executives, HS8509 - Law and Nonprofit Organizations, HS8511 - Resource Management in Nonprofit Organizations, HS8512 - Organizational Assessment and Program Evaluation in Nonprofit Organizations, HS8513 - Role and Function of Boards and CEOs, HS8514 - Management of Human Services Agencies, HS9919 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination, HS9920 - Dissertation Courseroom, HS9921 - Dissertation Research. HS9922 - Dissertation Research, HS9923 - Dissertation Research, HS9924 - Dissertation Research.

Entry requirementsInternational applicants must have attended an internationally recognized institution. All applicants are expected to read, speak, write, and understand the English language fluently. Those whose language of instruction is not English are required to take one of the following tests: the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB), or International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The only exception to this requirement is reserved for learners who have earned a post-secondary degree from a U.S.-accredited university. The minimum acceptable TOEFL score established by the university for admission into all programs is 550 for the paper based test, 213 for the computer-based test with a score of 4.0 or higher on the Test of Written English (TWE), or a score of 79 for those completing the Internet-based examination. The minimum acceptable MELAB score established by the university for admission into all programs is 80, and the minimum acceptable score for the IELTS is 6.5.

Application details Applicants must complete the admission application and submit an official transcript for the highest degreeconferred, as well as any post-degree course work. An evaluation of work history and achievements asdemonstrated by a resume, statement of purpose and when required by the program letters of recommendation, and/or other relevant material may also be considered for applicants who do not meet minimum admission standards.Truth in Information If unexplained discrepancies appear between statements or documents provided to CapellaUniversity as a part of admission materials and information otherwise obtained, applicants may be rejected for admission, admission may be revoked, or learners may be administratively withdrawn. The following specializations require additional admission requirements due to accreditation, licensing, and other determining factors.

Department info

This is a distance/online course and does not require any attendance.