Degree Program
Oklahoma City University offers a 36 credit hour Master of Arts degree that can be completed in either one or two years, depending on each student’s specific needs. All classes are held in the evenings and are offered both in-person and via live-streaming to allow students to participate from any location in the U.S. Classes are offered in 8-week blocks, allowing students to complete as many as four per semester but never juggling more than two classes at any given time. This makes it possible to complete all 12 courses (36 credit hours) in as little as one academic year (fall, spring, and summer).
Each student will select one of the following tracks for the Master of Arts in Nonprofit Leadership program. Explore our suggested schedules and course sequencing using the dropdown sections below.
Social and Voluntary Services Administration Track
The Social and Voluntary Services Administration Track is designed for those interested in working in--and ultimately leading--nonprofit organizations working on causes related to animals, education, the environment, health, human services, international affairs, and religion.
One-year plan of study
| Social and Voluntary Services Administration Track - 1 Year | Fall 1 | Fall 2 | Spring | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday Evenings | Sociology of Leadership I | Sociology of Leadership II | Research Data in Nonprofits | Nonprofit Program Evaluation | Grant Writing | Professional Project (capstone) |
| Wednesday Evenings | Strategic Planning & Program Development for Nonprofits | Resource Mobilization & Development | Law & Nonprofit Organizations | Advocacy for Social Change | Nonprofit Financial Oversight | Marketing for Nonprofits |
Two-year plan of study
| Social and Voluntary Services Administration Track - 2 Years | Meeting Day & Time | Fall 1 | Fall 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Monday Evenings | Sociology of Leadership I | Sociology of Leadership II | Research Data in Nonprofits | Nonprofit Program Evaluation | Grant Writing | Professional Project (capstone) |
| Year 2 | Wednesday Evenings | Strategic Planning & Program Development for Nonprofits | Resource Mobilization & Development | Law & Nonprofit Organizations | Advocacy for Social Change | Nonprofit Financial Oversight | Marketing for Nonprofits |
Two-year (no summer) plan of study
| Social and Voluntary Services Administration Track - 2 Years | Meeting Day & Time | Fall 1 | Fall 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Monday Evenings | Sociology of Leadership I | Sociology of Leadership II | Research Data in Nonprofits | Nonprofit Program Evaluation |
| Year 1 | Wednesday Evenings | Strategic Planning & Program Development for Nonprofits | N/A | Law & Nonprofit Organizations | N/A |
| Year 2 | Monday Evenings | N/A | Marketing for Nonprofits | N/A | Grant Writing |
| Year 2 | Wednesday Evenings | Advocacy for Social Change | Resource Mobilization & Development | Nonprofit Financial Oversight | Professional Project |
Arts Administration Track
The Arts Administration Track is designed to explore nuances specific to arts, culture, and humanities-focused organizations.
One-year plan of study
| Arts Administration - 1 Year | Fall 1 | Fall 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday Evenings | Sociology of Leadership I | Sociology of Leadership II - Arts Focus | Research Data | Nonprofit Program Evaluation | Grant Writing | Professional Project (capstone) |
| Wednesday Evenings | Strategic Planning & Program Development for Nonprofits | Resource Mobilization & Development in the Arts | Law & Nonprofit Organizations | Advocacy for the Arts | Nonprofit Financial Oversight | Marketing for the Arts |
Two-year plan of study
| Arts Administration Track - 2 Years | Meeting Day & Time | Fall 1 | Fall 2 | Spring 1 | Spring 2 | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Monday Evenings | Sociology of Leadership I | Sociology of Leadership II - Arts Focus | Research Data | Nonprofit Program Evaluation | Grant Writing | Professional Project (capstone) |
| Year 2 | Wednesday Evenings | Strategic Planning & Program Development for Nonprofits | Resource Mobilization & Development in the Arts | Law & Nonprofit Organizations | Advocacy for the Arts | Nonprofit Financial Oversight | Marketing for the Arts |
Requirements for Admission
- Transcripts from all previous institutions
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- One Letter Of Recommendation
- A brief essay, one page in length, on rationale for pursuing this degree
If you would like to review a description for any course listed above, please review the current Graduate Student Catalog by clicking here.
Should you have any questions, please reach out to Dr. Beth Adele. She welcomes visiting with prospective students!