Build a Meaningful Career with Your Business Administration – Nonprofit Management Degree Online
Develop the skills and knowledge you need to help a nonprofit organization fulfill its mission in the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program with a concentration in Nonprofit Management. University of Michigan Science's nonprofit management concentration delves into the nature of nonprofit organizations.
The online BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management was developed in cooperation with business professionals to provide the expertise you need to succeed in today's workplace.
Why earn a business administration degree with a concentration in nonprofit management at UMS?
- Median annual salary of $64,100 for social and community service managers*
- 18% projected job growth for social and community service managers through 2026*
- Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
- Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree
The business administration and nonprofit management program is ideal for students who wish to transfer college credits, switch to nonprofit management from another field or supplement an associate degree with a bachelor's in business.
See Yourself Succeed in Nonprofit Management
When you add a nonprofit management concentration to your BS in Business Administration, you’ll benefit from a curriculum focused on developing effective leadership tools for survival, growth, increased productivity and conflict management in today's increasingly complex business environment. By combining broad-based business courses with marketing courses, you’ll learn how to apply theory to real-world situations.
As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission – to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your BS Business Administration degree online at UMS include:
- Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation
- Convenience. Attend class when it’s convenient for you – online education means 24/7 access
- Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your undergraduate degree at your own pace, over six 8-week terms per year
- Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience
- Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for internship and career opportunities
- Simple application process. Just fill out an online undergraduate application, and we'll retrieve U.S. transcripts from your previous institutions and automatically complete an official credit evaluation. Plus, there’s no application fee
- Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study
- Transfer-friendly enrollment. Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree
Career Outlook
The nonprofit field is as diverse as it is rewarding. You’ll find valuable roles in human resources, public relations, accounting, grant writing and more within a variety of organizations, including hospitals, universities and social organizations.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for social and community service managers will grow much faster than average, with new jobs increasing by 18% through 2026.*
Curriculum
Courses To Prepare You For Your Career
UMS's bachelor's in nonprofit management program includes:
- General education
- Business core
- Degree-specific courses
General Education Program
Our programs are designed to equip you with the skills and insights you need to move forward. In recent years, employers have stressed the need for graduates with higher order skills - the skills that go beyond technical knowledge - such as:
- Writing
- Communication
- Analysis
- Problem solving
All undergraduate students are required to take general education classes. Through foundation, exploration and integration courses, students learn to think critically, creatively and collaboratively, giving you the edge employers are looking for.
Business Core Program
Programs in the School of Business require learners to complete the business core program, which includes a variety of business-specific courses. This program focuses on 10 core competencies to prepare you for success wherever you go.
Degree Courses
Program Outcomes
- Apply nonprofit leadership practices toward addressing funding of initiatives for business sustainability and achieving strategic objectives
- Develop business management approaches that align with organizational philosophies and help build collaborative relationships with diverse teams
- Problem-solve across functional areas by integrating personal values with ethical, legal, and socially responsible business practices
- Articulate implications of global and societal contexts on business decisions
- Recommend strategic and creative business options using data gathered through research and current technological applications
- Communicate effectively to diverse internal and external audiences to contribute to a positive team climate and address various strategic and operational business needs
