MA in Cultural Heritage Management /Certificate in Nonprofit Management
Students who are pursuing the MA in Cultural Heritage Management and are interested in furthering their nonprofit education may enroll in the combined degree program offered with the Certificate in Nonprofit Management. Students may earn the combined degree by taking four of the six courses in the Certificate in Nonprofit Management. This enables students to earn both the MA degree and a Graduate Certificate for a total of 14 courses, ten in Cultural Heritage Management and four in Nonprofit Management. The combined degree of MA in Cultural Heritage Management/Certificate in Nonprofit Management allows students to acquire the technical skills needed to thrive in the workplace of both nonprofit and cultural heritage institutions.
Admissions Criteria for all Advanced Academic Programs
Program-Specific Requirements
Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree in study areas relevant to the curriculum (Anthropology, Archaeology, Architecture, Preservation, Art History, Conservation, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Preservation, Cultural Management or Tourism, Public History, or a related field).
Applicants are accepted to the program on the understanding that they have sufficient background in a relevant field, either through their previous degree, or through relevant professional experience, to be able to complete the program. As an applicant, you must submit:
- A 750-word statement of intent that addresses your preparation and experience leading to your application to this program. It should describe how your academic and professional experiences have led to your decision to pursue a career in the heritage field with an emphasis in nonprofit management and how this combined degree will help you succeed in your goals. If you have worked in the heritage or nonprofit fields in any capacity, please incorporate your experience into your statement. Your statement will be reviewed for content, organization, and writing style.
Program Requirements
Students of the combined MA in Cultural Heritage Management/Certificate in Nonprofit Management program must complete 14 courses in total. Please note that students must complete all 14 courses before they are eligible to apply for graduation.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MA in Cultural Heritage Management Courses | ||
| Core Courses - Required: | 12 | |
| Studies in World Heritage | ||
| Cultural Heritage Management/Leadership | ||
| Two-Week Onsite Cultural Heritage Management Seminar | ||
| The Protection of Global Cultural Heritage: Laws, Policies, Politics, and Advocacy | ||
or AS.465.714 | Culture as Catalyst for Sustainable Development | |
| Core Courses - Customizable | 9 | |
| Select three of the following: | ||
| Reading the Landscape: Cultural Heritage at Scale | ||
| The Protection of Global Cultural Heritage: Laws, Policies, Politics, and Advocacy | ||
| Heritage Interpretation | ||
| Engaging Communities in Heritage | ||
| Cultural Heritage in the Digital Age | ||
| Electives | 9 | |
| Select three of the following: | ||
| Research/Capstone in Heritage Studies | ||
| Managing Cultural Heritage Resources | ||
| Culture as Catalyst for Sustainable Development | ||
| Cultural Heritage Risk Management and Security | ||
| Issues in Intangible Cultural Heritage | ||
| Heritage Tourism | ||
| NAGPRA: Repatriation as Compliance or Ethical Practice | ||
| Reality Capture: Heritage Documentation for Analysis, Conservation, and Outreach | ||
| Internship | ||
| Certificate in Nonprofit Management Courses | ||
| Core Courses - Customizable | ||
| Select four of the following: 1 | 12 | |
| Fundamentals of Nonprofits and Nonprofit Management (recommended) 1 | ||
| Financial Management and Analysis in Nonprofits (recommended) 1 | ||
| Resource Development and Marketing in Nonprofits | ||
| Institutional Fundraising: Raising Maximum Dollars from Government Agencies, Corporations and Foundations | ||
| Mission Meets Profit: Building a Social Enterprise | ||
| Nonprofit Governance & Executive Leadership | ||
| International/Non-Governmental Organizations and Civil Society in Conflict Zones | ||
| Total Credits | 42 | |
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Recommended for students new to Nonprofit Management.