Program Overview
The Nonprofit Leadership and Management at University of San Diego is a MA programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Nonprofit Leadership and Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: San Diego, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nonprofit Leadership and Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Nonprofit Sector and Management Fundamentals
- Leadership
- Research, Design and Evaluation of Nonprofit Programs
- Leadership and Ethics
- Nonprofit Finance
- Organizational Theory and Change
- Resource Development and Marketing
- Community Organizing & Change
- Board Management and Leadership
- Legal Issues, Human Resources and Risk Management
- Human Relations for Leaders
- Strategic Planning and Positioning
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- The University of San Diego Graduate School Admission Application
- One official sealed transcript from all colleges and universities attended, including community colleges. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by a Course-by-Course transcript evaluation from World Education Services (WES).
- A minimum of two professional letters of recommendation from current or previous supervisors, board chairs, or colleagues.
- A current resum\xc3\xa9 or curriculum vita
- A 500-word statement of purpose answering the question: What do you believe are the greatest challenges facing the nonprofit sector (either locally or nationally) and how will what you learn in this program help you effectuate change in those areas?
- International applicants only: Official score reports for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of San Diego directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of San Diego
University of San Diego
San Diego, United States
University of San Diego is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months