The University of Judaism
Nonprofit Management
Graduate Programs in Nonprofit Management
PROGRAM In a growing nonprofit sector, professional leaders of nonprofit organizations need a solid grounding in business and managerial skills. By combining the coursework of a traditional Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree with the particular concerns of the nonprofit sector, the Nonprofit M.B.A. offers a challenging and rewarding educational experience. Program graduates assume leading positions in a variety of nonprofit arenas including social service, education, religious, healthcare, arts organizations and foundations. The M.B.A. program offers both late afternoon and evening classes to suit the needs of full-time students and working professionals. The M.B.A. degree can be completed in two years, full-time or three years, part-time inclusive of an internship and culminating with a capstone project/thesis. A twelve-course M.A. in Nonprofit Management is available for students who already hold a master’s degree. The innovative Master of Arts in Jewish Communal Studies (M.A.J.C.S.) prepares graduates for challenging careers as upper-level administrators within the Jewish community. The comprehensive curriculum combines courses in both nonprofit management and Jewish Studies. The M.A.J.C.S. is offered on a full-time basis with most classes held during the day. M.B.A. CURRICULUM Foundation Management Management Theory and Process Advanced Human Resources Human Resources Management Management Organizational Behavior Advanced Finance and Leadership Structure of the American Program and Organizational Jewish Community Evaluation and Change Special Topics: Resource Management Development/Management Management Accounting Prerequisite Courses and Budgeting (one semester each) Law and Taxation for Nonprofit Institutions Introductory Accounting Issues in Ethics Introductory Statistics Information Management Economics M.A.J.C.S. CURRICULUM Marketing and Fundraising Managing the Nonprofit Enterprise Core Curriculum Conflict Resolution and Mediation Liturgy Colloquium Introduction to Chumash Practicum or Internship Fundraising and Marketing Capstone Project Human Resource Management
Core Curriculum Electives (12 units to be selected)
Internship/Field Placement Capstone Project/Thesis
Electives (12 units to be selected)
Jewish Family Life in Contemporary America Sociology of Israel Modern Jewish History Emancipation and Assimilation Middle East Politics Issues in American Jewish Life as Reflected in American Culture Modern Zionism and Politics Holocaust Medieval Jewish History Jewish Family from Shtetl to Kibbutz American Jewish Experiences
Prerequisite Courses
Advanced Fundraising Advanced Marketing Political Lobbying Business Plan Development Advanced Budgeting Grant Writing
Managing the Nonprofit Enterprise Program and Organizational Evaluation Management Accounting and Budgeting Introduction to Jewish Philosophy Structure of the American Jewish Community Introduction to Halakhah
College level Hebrew (one year)* Introductory Accounting (one semester)
*May also be fulfilled by successful completion of the UJ Summer Hebrew Ulpan course
Graduate Programs in Nonprofit Management Continued
The University of Judaism
Nonprofit Management
INTERNSHIP/PRACTICUM Students have gained valuable experience through a variety of successful internships with nonprofit organizations, including Heal the Bay, Jewish Federation, Make a Wish Foundation, KCSN Radio, Hillel and Jewish Community Centers. Students with nonprofit work experience may undertake a team-based practicum project with M.B.A. faculty in lieu of an internship. Both the internship and the practicum allow for important networking opportunities with nonprofit organizations. DUAL DEGREE Students may pursue a challenging two year M.B.A./M.A.J.C.S. dual degree program. A summer internship is required as part of the M.B.A./M.A.J.C.S. Dual degrees are available in conjunction with the Fingerhut School of Education (MBA/MAEd) and the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies. A five year BA/MBA is available in conjunction with the College of Arts and Sciences. PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT Graduates of these specialized programs find a wide range of career opportunities. They have accepted high-level management positions with leading nonprofit organizations such as YWCA, Pasadena Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Getty Museum, New Israel Fund, Schusterman Foundation, Jewish Federation and Jewish Community Centers as well as with a variety of for-profit companies. Faculty advisors play a pivotal role in assisting students with professional placement.
ADMISSIONS GUIDELINES
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Overall GPA of 3.0 or better. Scores from the GRE General Test or GMAT (#4876). Scores from the TOEFL for all foreign students whose native language is not English (#4876). One college level course in both Accounting and in Statistics (M.A., M.B.A. only) prior to the first year in the program. Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate work. Transcripts in any language other than English must be accompanied by an official translation and evaluation. Transcripts should be sent from the institution directly to the Office of Admissions. Completed Graduate Application. Two letters of recommendation. Essay (see Instructions for Applicants). $35.00 nonrefundable application fee.* The Priority Deadline for Fall Applications is March 1. Applications received after March 1 will be reviewed on a space available basis only. *All fees subject to change without notice.
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