
About Course
π Program Name: PhD in Nonprofit Management
β³ Duration: 3β5 Years (Full-Time)
π» Delivery Mode: On-Campus / Online / Hybrid
π Credit Hours: 60
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Intakes: Fall & Spring
ποΈ Awarded By: Arizona International University
π Program Overview
The PhD in Nonprofit Management at Arizona International University is a research-intensive program tailored for professionals and scholars seeking to advance leadership, innovation, and policy development in the social sector. The program offers a blend of academic rigor and real-world relevance, empowering students to drive positive change in nonprofit organizations, NGOs, and social enterprises.
Students will master critical topics such as governance, funding strategy, social impact measurement, ethical leadership, and policy analysis, culminating in a dissertation that contributes original research to the field.
π Curriculum Highlights
Courses include:
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π Introduction to Nonprofit Management
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π Nonprofit Financial Management
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π§βπ€βπ§ Leadership and Governance in Nonprofits
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π’ Social Impact and Policy Analysis
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π Global Perspectives on Nonprofits
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πΌ Fundraising and Resource Development
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π Research Methods for Nonprofit Scholars
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π§βπ« Teaching and Mentorship in Nonprofit Education
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π Nonprofit Law and Ethics
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π Dissertation and Research Project
π― Career Outcomes
Graduates are prepared for impactful roles such as:
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π Nonprofit Executive Director
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π Nonprofit Policy Analyst
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π University Professor
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πΌ Social Entrepreneur
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π Nonprofit Consultant
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π§βπ« Researcher
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ποΈ Government Policy Advisor
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π± Social Impact Strategist
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π§βπ€βπ§ Community Development Director
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π’ NGO Program Director
π Global Exposure & Partnerships
Students benefit from:
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π Collaborations with global nonprofits and policy institutes
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π€ International nonprofit conferences and workshops
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π§³ Internships and consulting opportunities
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π Global exchange programs for nonprofit research
π Admission Requirements
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π Masterβs degree in a relevant field
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π Resume and Statement of Purpose
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π Research Proposal (dissertation focus)
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π£οΈ English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80 / AIU English Test
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π Academic background in nonprofit leadership or related fields
π° Tuition & Financial Aid
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π Annual Tuition: $12,000 (varies by delivery mode)
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π Scholarships and Research Assistantships available
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