Community Resources and Development (Nonprofits and NGOs), MS
Business, Community, Management, Philanthropy, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Sector, Volunteerism, government, nonprofit, sociology
Channel your passion for strengthening vital community organizations that are addressing today's most pressing societal challenges. In one of the nation's highest ranked graduate nonprofit management programs, you'll learn to become an effective, professional change agent in a growing, global area.
The Master of Science program in community resources and development with a concentration in nonprofits and nongovernmental organizations is a two-year offering that prepares students to become a catalyst for change, empowering communities and enhancing lives through their expertise. Students enhance their ability to think critically and creatively about challenges affecting communities and the organizations that serve them. They explore key topics in tourism, parks and recreation management, and sustainable community practices.
- College/school:
Watts College of Public Service & Community Solutions
- Location: Downtown Phoenix
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
30 credit hours and a thesis, or
36 credit hours including the required applied project course (CRD 593)
Required Core (15 credit hours) Required Concentration (6 credit hours) Elective or Research (3 or 9 credit hours) Culminating Experience (6 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information The thesis option is a research-oriented program and is recommended for students who are planning to continue graduate studies beyond the master's degree. Students in the thesis option complete an advanced inquiry course and three credit hours of elective coursework. The thesis option must be defended in an oral examination before a supervisory committee of at least three faculty members, one of whom must reside in another department. The applied project is intended for students who are seeking additional knowledge and expertise relevant to professional career development. Students in the applied project option complete CRD 530 as part of their core coursework, and nine credit hours of electives.
CRD 500 Research Methods (3)
CRD 502 Statistical and Data Analysis (3)
CRD 530 Community Services Management (3) or advanced inquiry course (3)
CRD 552 Critical Issues (3)
CRD 555 Theoretical Perspectives in Community Development (3)
NLM 510 The Nonprofit Sector (3)
NLM 562 Social Entrepreneurship (3)
CRD 593 Applied Project (6) or
CRD 599 Thesis (6)
Students may select a thesis or applied project; in both cases, an assigned faculty member provides advising and guidance.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S.
applicants | International
applicants | English
proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- statement of professional and academic goals
- three letters of recommendation
- current resume
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
Only complete application files are reviewed. Students without undergraduate academic work in related disciplines must take six credit hours of coursework in addition to the master's degree requirements. The additional assigned coursework may be taken in conjunction with master's degree-level classes.
Applicants interested in financial aid need to submit their applications by Feb. 1 for fall semester admission and Oct. 1 for spring semester admission. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
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Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Analyze critical topics and issues pertinent to nonprofit leadership and management, such as creative problem-solving, strategic planning and volunteer management.
- Relate their individual strengths to demonstrate knowledge of research methods and data analysis within the context of nonprofit organizations.
- Apply the principles and practices of community development to address the social, economic, environmental and cultural challenges of diverse communities.
Graduates have expertise in nonprofit leadership and management and are well prepared for careers with:
- charitable associations
- foundations
- government agencies
- nonprofit organizations
- private-sector businesses
School of Community Resources and Development
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scrd@asu.edu
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Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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