Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Public Management/Master of Social Work Dual Program
Master of Public Administration/Master of Social Work
The Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Public Management (NLPM) and the Master of Social Work (MSW) at Marywood University offer a dual degree program designed to assure the acquisition of both management and social work skills necessary for competence as a manager/ administrator in the social work field. Today's social workers must be knowledgeable in managerial and administrative problem-solving processes, strategic planning, practices, and responsibilities in their role as middle managers, administrators, department heads, and in other similar capacities. The NPLM curriculum follows the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA)'s guidelines and the MSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Upon successful completion of the NLPM/ MSW dual degree program, a graduate will be able to accept a middle management position such as social work director or program administrator in a community program.
Admissions to the NLPM/ MSW dual degree program will be on a selective basis. The prerequisites and admissions process follow that of the Master of Nonprofit Administration and Public Management program and the School of Social Work. A Capstone in NLPM is required as an application of the theoretical base to a practical situation. The application process can be completed online through Marywood University's Office of Admissions. An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution of higher learning is required. GRE and other standardized tests are not required.
Requirements
This program is designed for those who wish to combine the development of administrative and managerial expertise with knowledge, skills, and values of the social work profession. The joint focus on public interest, policy, and management prepares students for a range of professional options and opportunities. Participation in the dual-degree program permits a student to earn the Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Public Management degree and the M.S.W. degree in a manner that expedites the time required by crediting work undertaken for one degree to the requirements of the other.
Interested students must make an application for admission to both programs.
NLPM Core Courses (12 semester hours)
| NLPM 501 | Law and Public Affairs | 3 |
| NLPM 502 | Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector | 3 |
| NLPM 503 | Communication Strategic Planning andýOrganizational Dynamics | 3 |
| NLPM 504 | Program Assessment and Evaluation | 3 |
| NLPM 505 | Research Methodology | 3 |
Electives (12 semester hours)
With the Program Director’s approval, students can choose any four course electives (12 credit hours) at the program or any other department in the university. Students who have obtained their undergraduate degree five years prior to applying for the NPLM are not required to complete these electives.
NLMP Capstone (3 semester hours)