University of Notre Dame

What you'll study

Students pursuing the MNA concentration take the MSM core to build a strong business foundation and then specialise in nonprofit management and leadership topics. The programme emphasises management, leadership and business skills applied to mission-driven organisations and is presented alongside options to concentrate in technology or strategic leadership through the MSM structure.

Entry requirements

Specific MSM admission criteria are set by Mendoza Graduate Admissions; prospective students can contact msm.business@nd.edu for guidance on which pathway fits their background. The published average age for the MSM programme is 22 years. For the Executive MNA (a separate degree) applicants must have a minimum of two years of nonprofit experience.

Career prospects

Graduates gain skills to lead mission-driven organisations and broaden their career options by pairing nonprofit expertise with general management competencies. The MSM-based concentration is oriented to those seeking roles that blend organisational leadership and business practice in the nonprofit sector, while the EMNA is aimed at established professionals advancing impact in senior positions.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Funding, scholarships and programme resources are managed through Mendoza Graduate Admissions and current student services; applicants should contact the admissions team for programme-specific financial support information.