Online Bachelor of Organizational Nonprofit Leadership Degree
Lead Nonprofit Initiatives With Ethics and Inclusivity
Online
2-4 Years
120 Credit Hours
$467 per Credit
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Choose an Education That Blends Leadership Strategy With Social Innovation
- Apply By: 05/21/26
- Start Class: 06/04/26
You have the passion to make a difference, now earn the degree to make it possible. Open the door to career opportunities that benefit your community with the online Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership – Nonprofit Leadership degree. Through courses that explore leadership strategies in real-world contexts, you’ll study the legal and ethical components of fundraising and risk management for nonprofit organizations.
In the online nonprofit leadership degree program, you’ll gain hands-on experience through creating and stewarding a mock nonprofit budget and campaign. Whether you aspire to earn a master’s degree or become a leader for a cause you’re passionate about, the online bachelor’s in nonprofit leadership degree offers the management, communication and strategic-thinking skills you need to achieve your goals following graduation.
Nonprofit Leadership Degree Details
- Flexible, online format for working professionals
- An interdisciplinary study of leadership
- Three industry-driven concentration options
- Transfer up to 90 credit hours
What Will I Learn in the Nonprofit Leadership Degree Program?
With the nonprofit leadership degree, you’ll join an online community of career-driven learners and embark on a pathway to career success, guided by outstanding faculty. You’ll have online access to course materials and assignments, plus tutoring services and study resources provided by the USC Upstate Student Success Center to ensure you graduate ready to reach your potential.
The online nonprofit leadership degree requires you to complete six concentration courses for a total of 18 concentration credits. With the maximum number of transfer credits, you can complete the program in as little as 18 months and move toward success in your nonprofit leadership career.
Nonprofit Leadership Degree Required Courses
The importance of the nonprofit sector in the United States emphasizing the history, the relationship to business and government and the place of the nonprofit sector within American society generally.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing (30 semester hours).
Financial management within the nonprofit sector emphasizing strategic planning, budgeting, accountability, risk management and control.
Prerequisite(s): NPAD U302 or consent of instructor
Introduction to the history, theory and emerging activities of social entrepreneurship. Course topics also cover nonprofit administration skills for social entrepreneurial organizations, scaling of social impact, and social performance measurement.
Prerequisite(s): NPAD U301 or consent of instructor
The online Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership program delivers an interdisciplinary skillset designed to prepare you for diverse opportunities. You’ll complete a selection of courses for your chosen concentration, plus five major core courses that help you build a foundation in organizational management. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in either an internship or independent study to get a real-world glimpse into the industry.
View Program CurriculumWhat Nonprofit Careers Can I Pursue?
The need for nonprofit leaders and fundraisers is in high demand, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting faster-than-average industry growth for nonprofits through 2034.1 This competitive field needs top-skilled professionals with expertise in public sector law, marketing, financial administration, entrepreneurial strategies and more. With the online nonprofit leadership degree, you can support a cause you’re passionate about through a variety of careers.
Fundraising Manager $123,480 per year1
Fundraiser $66,490 per year2
Personalized Guidance in Every Classroom
At USC Upstate, our faculty are more than instructors — they’re mentors invested in your success. With real-world experience, advanced credentials and a commitment to personal attention, they guide you through practical learning that prepares you for a meaningful career. Small classes and low student-to-faculty ratios ensure you have the support you need to grow and thrive.
Dr. Charles F. Harrington, Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Charles F. Harrington
Dr. Charles F. Harrington is a seasoned academic leader, educator, and scholar with over three decades of experience in higher education. He holds a B.A. in Philosophy and a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration and Educational Research, both from Ohio University, as well as an M.S. in Nonprofit Administration from Drexel University. He is also a graduate of prestigious leadership programs at Harvard University, Virginia Tech, and the U.S. Department of Education. As a scholar, Harrington has authored and co-authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters, with research interests spanning American Indian entrepreneurship, student retention, nonprofit leadership, and interdisciplinary education.
Explore More Online Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership Concentrations
With the online Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership degree, you’ll choose a career-focused concentration in either nonprofit leadership, global leadership or health care leadership. Each offers foundational major core courses, plus a selection of concentration courses that prepare you for success in your chosen industry.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Public Relations and Fundraising Managers.” Retrieved Sept. 25, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/public-relations-managers.htm.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Fundraisers.” Retrieved Sept. 25, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/fundraisers.htm.