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CIM Christian Institute of Management
MLCU Martin Luther Christian University
2026 – 2028 Cohort

MA in NPO
Management

Empowering leaders of churches & non-profit organisations through Kingdom-centred, biblically-grounded management education.

2 YearsProgramme Duration
80 Credits4 Semesters
MLCUAffiliated Degree
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⚠ Please note: MLCU is a UGC-approved university. However, the MA in NPO Management programme is not a UGC-approved course.

About the Programme

Built for Leaders in the Social Sector

Christian Institute of Management

CIM, Chennai, is a national organisation imparting management education, training, and organisational development services relevant to NPOs, education, healthcare, and business organisations. CIM has been offering management courses since 2004.

Martin Luther Christian University

MLCU, Shillong, is a state private university established in 2005 by an Act of the Meghalaya State Legislature and approved by UGC. The Governor of Meghalaya is the Visitor. The university offers programmes in Arts, Science, and Commerce.

Objective
Build managerial capacity of leaders through Kingdom solutions to management challenges in NPOs & the social sector
Eligibility
University Graduation in any subject. Theological graduates from Serampore / ATA at Graduate level are also eligible.
Admission
Apply online at https://cimindia.in/ma-application/ — shortlisted candidates are notified via email with enrolment and fee details.

Programme Calendar

Semester-by-Semester Roadmap

Semester 1 20 Credits · Jul – Nov 2026
1
Biblical Understanding of Management
July – August 2026
2
Organisation Management – Part 1
August – September 2026
3
Financial Management – Part 1
September – October 2026
4
Communication
October – November 2026
Semester 2 20 Credits · Jan – Apr 2027
1
Legal Requirements for NPOs – Part 1
January – February 2027
2
Organisation Management – Part 2
January – February 2027
3
Financial Management – Part 2
February – March 2027
4
Legal Requirements for NPOs – Part 2
March – April 2027

Break + Start of Capstone Project Work — April to June 2027

Orientation for Project Work
30 April 2027
Approval of Title
11 May 2027
Approval of Methodology
31 May 2027
50% Data & Literature Collection
30 June 2027
Semester 3 20 Credits · Jul – Nov 2027
1
Indigenous Resource Mobilisation – Part 1
July – August 2027
2
Project Management – Part 1
August – September 2027
3
Governance
September – October 2027
4
Human Resource Management – Part 1
October – November 2027
Semester 4 20 Credits · Jan – Mar 2028
1
Indigenous Resource Mobilisation – Part 2
January – February 2028
2
Human Resource Management – Part 2
January – February 2028
3
Project Management – Part 2
February – March 2028
4
Submission of Capstone Project
31 March 2028

Chapter Scheme Submission for Capstone Project: 30 November 2027  |  Credit Transfer Note: Candidates who completed the Entrepreneurship Development programme with CIM may transfer those credits and waive one course from Semester 3 or 4.

Fee Structure

Semester-wise Fees

Semester 1
₹27,730
incl. 18% GST
Due: 21 June 2026
Semester 2
₹15,340
incl. 18% GST
Due: 15 January 2027
Semester 3
 
₹24,190
incl. 18% GST
Due: 21 June 2027
Semester 4
 
₹15,340
incl. 18% GST
Due: 15 January 2028

Application Fee: A non-refundable application fee of ₹500 is payable at the time of submitting your application.

Assignments & Evaluation

How You Will Be Assessed

ComponentMarks
Attendance (2 marks/chapter)20
Pre-Session Assignments (200–300 words)50
Post-Session Assignments (300–400 words)60
Post-Session Quizzes (6 MCQs)30
Student Presentation (8 minutes)20
Journaling (4 marks/chapter)20
Total200

Pre-Session Question

Resources are provided to spark curiosity before each lecture. Students answer a guided question (200–300 words) to prepare for the upcoming session.

Post-Session Question (AOQ)

An application-oriented question (300–400 words) to demonstrate practical understanding of the topic covered.

MCQ Quiz

Six multiple-choice questions per chapter to reinforce key concepts and check comprehension.

Journaling — The 3D Approach

Weekly journal entries using Actions (who/what/where/when), Disclosures (the critical why), and Decisions (how learning shapes future action).

Student Presentation

An 8-minute live presentation of the Course Paper. Graded on content, relevance, presentation skill, and timing.

Course Outlines

What You Will Study

Biblical Understanding of Management

  1. Theological Reflections: Four Models of Management
  2. Biblical Examples: Four Aspects of Management
  3. Practical Principles: 16 Principles for Managers
  4. Personal Applications: 16 Characteristics of Managers
  5. Good & Faithful and The Choice

Organisation Management – Part 1

  1. Organisation — Need & Importance, Forms, Structure
  2. Functions of Management
  3. Functional Areas of Organisations
  4. Developing Key Areas of Organisations
  5. Developing Vision, Mission, Strategy for Organisations

Organisation Management – Part 2

  1. Change Management
  2. Creativity & Innovation
  3. Learning Organisations & Tacit Knowledge
  4. Team Building, Negotiation Skills & Conflict Management
  5. Leadership Development & Succession Planning

Financial Management – Part 1

  1. Introduction to Financial / Cost / Management Accounting & Financial Management
  2. Accounting Concepts & Conventions & Financial Cycle
  3. Financial Statements, Internal & External Audit
  4. Cost Sheets & Budgets
  5. Financial Objectives and Financial Decisions

Financial Management – Part 2

  1. Financial Stewardship
  2. Financial MIS & Financial Performance Analysis
  3. Income Tax
  4. Goods & Services Tax
  5. Foreign Contribution Regulation Act

Communication

  1. Complexity of Communication
  2. Foundational Importance of Character
  3. Effective Presentation Skills
  4. Harnessing Media for Communication
  5. Effective Listening and Written Communication

Legal Requirements for NPOs – Part 1

  1. Indian Legal System
  2. Indian Constitution
  3. Labor Laws & Employee Welfare Policies
  4. Registration of Societies, Trusts & Sec 8 Companies
  5. Laws Pertaining to Children’s Home

Legal Requirements for NPOs – Part 2

  1. Personal Laws
  2. Right to Education (RTE)
  3. Right to Information (RTI)
  4. Laws Pertaining to Women’s Protection
  5. Laws Pertaining to Property

Indigenous Resource Mobilisation – Part 1

  1. Need for Resources and Resources Related Services
  2. Biblical Foundations on Resources
  3. Stewardship, Accountability & Integrity of Resources
  4. Ethical Principles and Practices on Resources
  5. System / Framework for Faith-based Resource Management

Indigenous Resource Mobilisation – Part 2

  1. Identification and Enlisting Sources of Resources
  2. Strategic Mobilization Plans & Models
  3. Deploying of Resources
  4. Offline and Online Engagement in Resource Mobilization
  5. Donor Engagement & Building Trust

Project Management – Part 1

  1. Introduction
  2. Biblical Foundations
  3. Project Management Drivers
  4. Project Need Analysis
  5. Project Initiation

Project Management – Part 2

  1. Project Design
  2. Project Implementation
  3. Project Evaluation
  4. Project Participation Techniques
  5. Project Reflection & Transition

Governance

  1. Introduction to Governance
  2. Roles & Functions of Governance
  3. Financial Governance for NPOs
  4. An Improvement Process for Governance
  5. Stakeholder Engagement & Relations

Human Resource Management – Part 1

  1. Introduction
  2. Workforce Planning
  3. Recruitment
  4. Induction, Orientation & Career Planning
  5. HRMS

Human Resource Management – Part 2

  1. Training & Development
  2. Performance Management System
  3. Employee Engagement & Communication
  4. Compensation & Benefits
  5. Staff Discipline, Staff Movement & Separation

Organisation Behaviour & Development

  1. Organisation Behaviour & the Individual
  2. Leading & Group Behaviour in Organisations
  3. Organisational Culture & Conflict Management
  4. Organisation Development & OD Interventions

Note: Course titles and content are subject to minor changes.

Ready to Apply?

Join the 2026–2028 cohort and take the next step in your leadership journey. Applications are reviewed and shortlisted candidates are notified by email.

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