MA Grant Writing, Management & Evaluation
Next Start Date: 3/11/2019
Course Length: 8 Weeks
Delivery Format: 100% Online
Application Deadline: Rolling
Cost Per Credit Hour: $440
Technology Fee: $15 (per Credit hour)
Books & Materials: $800 (approx.)
Total: $14,450
Why Pursue a MA in Grant Writing, Management & Evaluation?
Concordia University Chicago’s master of arts in grant writing, management and evaluation is designed for professional and administrative organizers, advocates, educators, researchers, consultants, managers, and providers who wish to gain knowledge and expertise in the areas of grant writing, grant management, research, and evaluation. Read what our students are saying about the program.
Career and Industry Outlook
The number of organizations that qualify for grant funds has risen sharply over the last three decades. Nearly 90,000 trusts, foundations, government agencies, and other organizations provide more than $40 billion annually in awarded grants in the United States, and more than $240 billion is contributed worldwide by individuals, bequests, foundations, and corporations (The Foundation Center, 2008). It is no surprise then, that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that employment of grant writers is expected to grow by 16% between 2010 and 2020. For those professionals already employed in these positions, advancement opportunities are more likely with experience and completion of a master’s degree in the field.
According to Indeed.com, the average pay scale for a Grant Writer is $40,000-$80,000.
Have questions about whether you should earn a Master’s in Grant Writing vs. a Certificate in Grant Writing? Learn more in our MA vs. Certificate in Grant Writing Guide.
Rekha S. Rajan, EdD
Visiting Associate Professor of Research
College of Graduate Studies Research
Email: Rekha.Rajan@CUChicago.edu
Phone: (708) 209-3689
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Develop powerful skills to boost your effectiveness
In this program, candidates will think strategically, systemically, and analytically in ways that promote the practical application of knowledge related to grant-seeking activities, grant-writing, grant management, and program evaluation of not-for-profit, for-profit, public and/or private organizations.
- Multidisciplinary program. This program is designed to address the growing multidisciplinary needs of researchers and practitioners working in diverse professional settings through collaboration across fields of the arts, business, education, social and human services, healthcare, and leadership.
- Collaborative learning. All projects require real-life experiences including partnering with organizations that fit your professional goals.
- Cohort model builds relationship. Students begin and complete the program with a cohort of students, building support structures and fostering collegiality.
- Financial aid available. Unlike certificate programs in grant writing or program evaluation, this master’s degree is eligible for financial aid.
- 100% online
- Asynchronous (you don’t have to log-on at a certain time)
- 8-week accelerated classes
- Accessible to students in any location
Required Coursework 30 Credit Hours
| Course Number | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GME 6300 |
Introduction to Grants
Provides an overview of key components of the grant process. Identifying priorities, utilizing grant databases and distinguishing various giving sources such as foundations, corporations, government agencies, and individuals. Strategies for proposal development, researching, identifying, and cultivating partnerships.
|
3 |
| GME 6310 |
Introduction to Not-for-Profit Organizations
Not-for-profit organizations and the environment they operate in. A profile of the industry and an introduction to a not-for-profit’s organizational purpose, governance and funding structures. Emphasis on ethics and social-economic issues and the difficult task of transforming an organization’s purpose into action. A service learning project will incorporate theories into real-world applications.
|
3 |
| GME 6215 |
Budgeting, Grant Writing, and Third Source Funding
Principles of budgeting as it relates to program and educational needs. Writing grants and identifying and securing additional program funding from government and third-party sources.
|
3 |
| GME 6330 |
Grant Management
Provides an overview of the basics of grants management and procedures required for proposal processing within organizations. Addresses programmatic and financial aspects from project development, proposal development, partnership/relationship building, implementation, audits and monitoring, through closeout procedures.
|
3 |
| GME 6340 |
Theories and Models of Evaluation of Grants
Focuses on the ability to identify conceptual similarities and differences between contemporary models of evaluation practice. Reviews historical perspectives and evolution of evaluation. Introduction to theories, models, standards, and procedures common to program evaluation. Methods to determine appropriate selection of a program evaluation strategy for grants.
|
3 |
| GME 6350 |
Principles and Methods of Evaluation of Grants
This course will prepare candidates with knowledge of national program evaluation standards, an understanding of major principles and methods for designing program evaluation activities, developing and implementing useful and valid evaluation design procedures, and reporting program evaluation results.
|
3 |
| KMIL 6000 |
Knowledge Audits, Measurements, and Analysis
This course incorporates an overview of the various methods and techniques for evaluating an organization’s utilization of possessed knowledge; benchmarking and measurement practices that assist a company’s assessment of knowledge management efficiency, functionality, and potential. Auditing processes, the importance of developing and altering current efforts, with the allowance for contingency concerns.
|
3 |
| OLDR 6001 |
Strategic Leadership and Planning
The course is designed to prepare students with diverse perspectives, frameworks, skills and tools for executing effective strategy within mission-driven organizations. Topics include effective mission-driven organizations, role of strategic leadership, tools for developing and assessing strategic engagement, stakeholder concerns and opportunities for leading change initiatives and strategic planning.
|
3 |
| RES 7605 |
Quantitative Analysis
An introduction to quantitative analysis of data. Statistical software will be used to explore descriptive and inferential statistics using both non-parametric and parametric techniques.
|
3 |
| GME 6990 |
Capstone Project for Grant Writing, Evaluation, and Management
Candidates will be required to synthesize knowledge gained in the MA in Grant Writing, Management, and Evaluation program by providing written evidence of an internal or external program evaluation and/or submission of a grant proposal. Candidates will be required to demonstrate their ability to plan and think strategically, to present ideas concisely and persuasively to an agency or organization in their field through the application of course content and evaluation theory.
|
3 |
Our tuition is reasonable and will not change over time.
Concordia University Chicago is committed to providing students with a high-quality education at a reasonable cost. And for graduates, the benefits of obtaining a Master of Arts degree can be very valuable. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, in 2011, the median of earnings for adults ages 25-34 working full-time, year-round, with a master’s degree or higher was $59,200, compared to just $44,970 for individuals with a bachelor’s degree.
| MA Gerontology | COST |
|---|---|
| Tuition (Per Credit Hour) | $440 |
| Technology Fee (Per Credit Hour) | $15 |
| Books (Approximate) | $800 |
| Total | $14,450 |
Graduates of Concordia-Chicago’s MA, Grant Writing, Management and Evaluation program apply their skills in positions with a wide variety of organizations, including:
- University-wide applicant and admission data manager
- NFP Grants and contracts specialists
- Government Grants Compliance Monitor
- Foundation Grant Writer/Program Coordinator
- Founder and Owner of Startup/Resource Center
- University Research Administrator
- Program Director of Regional NFP
- University-wide Contracts Pre-Award Manager
- A conferred bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or an equivalent non-U.S. degree.
- To be considered for Full Admission at Concordia University, candidates in the MA Grant Writing, Management and Evaluation program will present a cumulative grade point average above 2.85 or will have earned a master’s degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
- To be considered for Provisional Admission to the program, candidates will present credentials that generally satisfy full admission requirements, but need to satisfy additional admission requirements such as special program prerequisites.
- Note: All admission requirements must be satisfied by the end of the candidate’s first enrolled semester in the program. Provisional Admission is only available to US residents and citizens.
- For students to be considered for Probationary Admission, one or more of the following special conditions may exist: 1) a cumulative GPA between 2.25 and 2.84 (on a 4.0 scale); 2) holding a master’s degree with a cumulative GPA below 3.0; and/or 3) credentials/documents that raise cause for reservation for admission. Students admitted on probationary status must earn a 3.0 GPA in graduate course work within their first semester of enrollment to continue in the program.