The course offers an in-depth exploration of the scientific field of non-profit organizations and leadership. The course covers theories and research on different sub-areas, including non-profit organizations, volunteering and social movements. The first module focuses on how organizational and leadership factors motivate people to work for non-profit organizations. The second module focuses on the role of organization and leadership in social movements, both as internal contexts for participants as well as external actors in relation to the broader environment. Throughout the course, these topics are linked to the student's practical experience of non-profit organizations.
Non-Profit Organizations and Leadership, 15 credits
Spring Term 2025
Starts
25 March 2025
Ends
8 June 2025
Study location
Umeå
Language
English
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
90 credits in a major subject within the field of social sciences, where in 15 credits must be at the bachelor level. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English 6
Academic credits
Applicants in some programs at Umeå University have guaranteed admission to this course. The number of places for a single course may therefore be limited.
Application code
UMU-26503
Application
The online application opens 16 September 2024 at 13:00 CET.
Application deadline is
15 October 2024. How to apply
Application and tuition fees
As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
90 credits in a major subject within the field of social sciences, where in 15 credits must be at the bachelor level. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English 6
The online application opens 03 June 2024 at 13:00 CET.
Application deadline is
15 August 2024. How to apply
Application and tuition fees
As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
