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Director's Message
The Master of Social Sciences in Nonprofit Management programme is designed to train leaders in the nonprofit sector in Asia/Pacific countries, Greater China, and throughout the world. With vibrant economic and social development in the east, there is an active movement in the region where public, private, and philanthropic forces are converging to create shared value.
This curriculum goes beyond the traditional scope of non-profit management to address cutting edge developments in the context of public and social innovations, strategic problem-solving, impact philanthropy, capacity enhancement as well as effective leadership, financial planning, social branding, organizational and social entrepreneurship. This programme will be taught by a strong team of prominent local and international academic experts and practitioners. Graduates of this programme will be equipped with both theoretical knowledge, and practice skills competences for career advancement in the philanthropic field.
Prof. Cheryl Chui (Associate Professor)
Dept of Social Work & Social Administration
Director, Master of Social Sciences
in Nonprofit Management
Distinctive Features
The MSocSc (NPM) programme is the first master's degree in nonprofit management in Hong Kong to enhance nonprofit developments in the Asia-Pacific area and the world. To train leaders in civil society and particularly the nonprofit sector in Asia/Pacific countries, this programmeoffers cross disciplinary teaching and studies to enrich the diversity of the nonprofit sector; focuses on the nonprofit facet in various industries, advocating multi-disciplinary collaborations and creative innovations on nonprofit management; emphasizes interaction and experience sharing between students and teachers and creating an extensive knowledge sharing platform; adopts an intensive semester mode to facilitate student balance between work and study; andconnects nonprofit leaders to share experiences and insights to deepen students’ knowledge and practical competence
Mission & Vision
Vision: “To empower future nonprofit leaders with the knowledge and management skills to lead and transform social purpose organisations across the philanthropic sector.”
Mission: “Our mission is to bring together local and international insights to prepare students for sustainable leadership and nonprofit management in the philanthropic sector. In partnership with the community, the MNPM programme positively impacts the philanthropic sector and the communities we serve through a contemporary curriculum, versatile and innovative instructions, and applied research and competencies.”
Career Opportunities
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Master of Social Sciences in Nonprofit Management (MNPM) programme at HKU are well-prepared for leadership roles in nonprofit organisations, philanthropic foundations, and social enterprises. The programme equips students with the skills and experience needed to excel in diverse career paths, including:
Potential Job Roles:
· Executive Director or CEO of nonprofit organisations.
· Philanthropy Adviser or Consultant.
· Programme Manager or Director in nonprofit organisations.
· Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Specialist.
· Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Specialist.
· Fundraising and Development Manager.
· Volunteer Coordinator or Engagement Specialist.
· Social Enterprise Founder.
· Policy Analyst or Advocacy Specialist.
Key Sectors:
· International NGOs and grassroots organisations.
· Philanthropic foundations and charities.
· Corporate social responsibility (CSR) departments.
· Environmental and sustainability-focused organisations.
· Arts, culture, and education nonprofits.
· Social innovation and entrepreneurship.
Alvin Mak
Alumni 2019
“Since completing the course, I have returned to my nonprofit and started work in a new department, helping in a leadership role."
Nandini Sethi
Alumni 2020
"Learnings from the MNPM degree helped increase my potential for impact within an organisation."
Sandra So
Alumni 2024
“This journey has not only fostered my personal growth but also connected me with like-minded people.”
Who will benefit from the programme?
Professionals from the public, private, and nonprofit sectors who strive to become future philanthropic leaders should apply. The programme will equip graduates with theoretical frameworks, knowledge, and practice skills required to understand complex societal challenges and manage nonprofit and philanthropic issues in their daily work.
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