Master of Arts in Management in Non-Profit Organisations
A practice-oriented Master's programme focused on strategic management, leadership, and governance within the non-profit sector.
Best for:Best for students seeking a career in non-profit leadership, development cooperation, or social management.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Management in Non-Profit Organisations at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences is a four-semester, full-time programme designed to equip students with core competencies in strategic management. The curriculum combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, offering specialisations such as Development Cooperation, Change Management, and Human Resources. Students engage in project work, seminars, and e-learning, supported by a strong focus on intercultural skills and individual coaching. The programme concludes with a Master's thesis, which can be completed in collaboration with a non-profit organisation.
What you'll do
- Complete nine core modules covering strategic management in the non-profit sector.
- Select and complete a specialised track in Development Cooperation, Change Management, or Human Resources.
- Participate in interdisciplinary think tanks and practical projects.
- Develop and defend a Master's thesis in the fourth semester.
- Engage in intercultural training and collaborative international study groups.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Economics, Business Administration, or an appropriate related field.
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English (B2) and German (A1).
Instruction: English (Development Cooperation track) and German.
- English proficiency at B2 level (e.g., IELTS 5.5).
- German proficiency at A1 level.
- Academic background in social sciences or business management.
- Hold a university degree in a relevant subject area.
- Meet the specific language proficiency requirements for the chosen track.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2025-07-15
Applicants must submit their materials via the uni-assist portal. Non-EU applicants should apply between 1 February and 1 April, while EU applicants must apply by 15 July.
- University degree certificate
- Official language certificates
- CV
- Letter of motivation
Contact
Laetitia Godineau· Career Service / International Coordinator
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