Master’s in Social Sector Leadership and Nonprofit Management (SSL)
Lead with Purpose. Drive Social Change.
The UChicago Crown Family School’s 12-course AM in Social Sector Leadership and Nonprofit Management (SSL) is designed to equip you with the skills to lead and transform organizations across the social sector. Whether you're advancing your career, making a professional shift, or newly graduated and just beginning your career, this program empowers you to create real-world impact in nonprofits, foundations, government agencies, corporate social responsibility, and international NGOs—helping build a more just and humane society.
Choose from full-time or part-time options.
- Full-time students can complete their degree in as little as nine months, taking four courses each quarter during one academic year. Click Here for the Full-Time Curriculum Map
- Part-time students can complete their degree in two years, taking two courses each quarter. Click Here for the Part-Time Curriculum Map
Gain both the conceptual foundation and practical skills you need to drive social impact and lead change.
Learn from world-class faculty conducting cutting-edge research and working at the forefront of social sector issues.
Build lifelong relationships with a diverse cohort, Chicago’s vibrant social sector, and UChicago alumni
Build foundational knowledge on social sector governance, organizational theory, and policy formulation for social sector leaders with these three required conceptual courses.
Develop expertise in leadership, strategy, finance, and operations. There are two required courses —Inclusive Leadership and Social Sector Strategy—and you can choose three additional management courses to customize your learning.
Customize your learning with electives from the Crown Family School and across the University.
