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Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Public Management, Specialization in Nonprofit Tax Laws

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and EconomicsTotal credits120Estimated duration4 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.S. in Faith-Based Public Management

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Public Management core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Public Management with a specialization in Nonprofit Tax Laws is a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to prepare students for the complexities of managing public and charitable organizations. By integrating rigorous administrative theory with a specialized focus on the legal and fiscal frameworks governing nonprofits, the curriculum equips students to navigate the intersection of law, finance, and organizational stewardship. This program emphasizes the ethical responsibilities inherent in the management of public funds and the vital role of charitable entities in societal development. Through a balanced approach to theoretical exploration and practical application, students gain the proficiency required to lead organizations with both administrative excellence and principled integrity. The program maintains a firm commitment to the development of servant leaders who view management as a calling to serve the greater good, ensuring that institutional resources are directed toward sustainable and impactful community outcomes.

This program combines a rigorous general education foundation with a comprehensive study of faith-based public management theory, behavioral science, human development, ethics, research, crisis awareness, referral, program development, and community-based support. Students are equipped to analyze the intersection of tax law and charitable operations within the context of faith-based institutional leadership.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Science. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
B.S. in Faith-Based Public Management
Total program length
120 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Four academic years
General education
36 credit hours
Professional application courses
15 credit hours
Capstone requirement
6 credit hours
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Economics
Total credits
120
Duration
4 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze the legal and ethical principles governing nonprofit tax-exempt status and compliance.
  • Apply administrative management theories to solve complex operational challenges within public sector organizations.
  • Evaluate fiscal policies and budgeting strategies to ensure the long-term stewardship of organizational resources.
  • Design effective organizational strategies that integrate servant leadership and community-focused mission objectives.
  • Communicate complex regulatory and financial information clearly to diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Integrate biblical frameworks of ethics and character into professional decision-making processes.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENG101
  • Academic Writing and Rhetoric
  • 3
  • None
  • MAT110
  • College Algebra
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS105
  • Foundations of Business Management
  • 3
  • None
  • SOC100
  • Introduction to Social Systems
  • 3
  • None
  • ENG101 — Academic Writing and Rhetoric: Development of essential writing skills focused on research, argumentation, and professional communication. Students analyze various texts to improve clarity and logical structureThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • MAT110 — College Algebra: Study of algebraic functions, equations, and graphs with applications to management contexts. Provides the mathematical foundation for subsequent financial courseworkThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS105 — Foundations of Business Management: Overview of administrative structures and management functions within organizational settings. Explores the history and theory of management practiceThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • SOC100 — Introduction to Social Systems: This course examines the fundamental structures of societal organization and the historical development of civic institutions. It analyzes how individual values intersect with broader community frameworks and institutional policies. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENG102
  • Research and Critical Thinking
  • 3
  • ENG101
  • BUS120
  • Principles of Financial Accounting
  • 4
  • MAT110
  • SOC150
  • Principles of Sociology
  • 3
  • None
  • HIS200
  • History of Public Service
  • 3
  • None
  • ENG102 — Research and Critical Thinking: Advanced research techniques and critical analysis of complex arguments. Focuses on synthesizing data to support sound organizational decisionsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS120 — Principles of Financial Accounting: Introduction to the theory and practice of accounting systems in organizations. Emphasizes the preparation and interpretation of financial statementsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • SOC150 — Principles of Sociology: Examination of human behavior and organizational structures within society. Focuses on how institutions interact with the publicThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HIS200 — History of Public Service: Survey of the development of public and charitable service in Western society. Highlights key trends and organizational evolutionThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT210
  • Organizational Behavior
  • 3
  • BUS105
  • BUS230
  • Business Ethics and Law
  • 3
  • BUS105
  • COM205
  • Professional Communication
  • 3
  • ENG102
  • COM220
  • Interpersonal Dynamics and Leadership
  • 4
  • CHR100
  • MGT210 — Organizational Behavior: Analysis of human behavior in organizational environments. Focuses on motivation, team dynamics, and conflict resolution from a servant leadership perspectiveThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS230 — Business Ethics and Law: Exploration of legal frameworks and ethical dilemmas in organizational management. Analyzes the impact of corporate and nonprofit regulations on decision-makingThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • COM205 — Professional Communication: Development of interpersonal and organizational communication skills. Emphasizes clarity, empathy, and professional integrity in diverse contextsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • COM220 — Interpersonal Dynamics and Leadership: This course explores the principles of emotional intelligence, interpersonal communication, and team-building strategies within professional environments. Students analyze leadership models focused on collaborative growth and effective group management. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT250
  • Nonprofit Management
  • 3
  • BUS105
  • BUS260
  • Introduction to Tax Law
  • 3
  • BUS120
  • RES280
  • Research Methods for Management
  • 3
  • MAT110, ENG102
  • PSY210
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • 4
  • None
  • MGT250 — Nonprofit Management: Overview of the unique challenges and operational structures of nonprofit organizations. Focuses on governance, fundraising, and mission-based planningThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS260 — Introduction to Tax Law: Fundamentals of federal tax laws and the regulatory environment of businesses. Prepares students for more advanced nonprofit tax studiesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • RES280 — Research Methods for Management: Exploration of quantitative and qualitative research designs for organizational problem solving. Focuses on ethical data collection and analysisThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • PSY210 — Introduction to Psychology: Survey of psychological theories of personality and motivation. Useful for understanding human behavior in team-based management settingsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 5 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT310
  • Human Resource Management
  • 3
  • MGT210
  • BUS340
  • Advanced Nonprofit Tax Compliance
  • 4
  • BUS260
  • BUS350
  • Nonprofit Financial Management
  • 3
  • BUS120, MGT250
  • HIS320
  • Social Justice and Public Policy
  • 3
  • SOC150
  • MGT310 — Human Resource Management: Strategic management of personnel within public and nonprofit sectors. Focuses on recruitment, retention, and ethical policy implementationThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS340 — Advanced Nonprofit Tax Compliance: Examination of the internal revenue code specific to 501(c)(3) and related entities. Covers reporting, lobbying restrictions, and unrelated business income taxThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS350 — Nonprofit Financial Management: Financial planning, budgeting, and fund accounting strategies for charitable organizations. Emphasizes stewardship and transparencyThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HIS320 — Social Justice and Public Policy: Critique of public policies regarding their impact on vulnerable populations. Encourages analysis through a lens of social responsibility and ethicsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 6 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT360
  • Leadership and Strategic Planning
  • 3
  • MGT210, MGT250
  • BUS380
  • Legal Issues in Philanthropy
  • 3
  • BUS230
  • RES390
  • Data Analysis for Managers
  • 3
  • RES280
  • HUM310
  • Ethics and Global Citizenship
  • 4
  • CHR100
  • MGT360 — Leadership and Strategic Planning: Formulation of long-term strategic plans for organizational growth and sustainability. Integrates servant leadership into the strategic processThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS380 — Legal Issues in Philanthropy: Analysis of the legal environment for donors, foundations, and charitable organizations. Covers legal structures and board responsibilitiesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • RES390 — Data Analysis for Managers: Application of statistical software for organizational decision-making and report generation. Emphasizes accuracy and integrity in data presentationThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HUM310 — Ethics and Global Citizenship: Study of ethical theories applied to global issues. Develops an understanding of civic engagement and responsibility in a diverse worldThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 7 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT420
  • Grant Writing and Resource Development
  • 3
  • BUS350
  • BUS430
  • Tax Strategy for Nonprofit Leaders
  • 3
  • BUS340
  • MGT440
  • Managing Change in Organizations
  • 3
  • MGT360
  • ELE400
  • Professional Development Elective
  • 3
  • Senior standing
  • MGT420 — Grant Writing and Resource Development: Technical training in securing and managing grant funding. Focuses on proposal development and maintaining regulatory complianceThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS430 — Tax Strategy for Nonprofit Leaders: Advanced tax planning strategies tailored for organizational sustainability. Focuses on maintaining public trust and fiduciary healthThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • MGT440 — Managing Change in Organizations: Techniques for implementing systemic changes within an organization. Focuses on leadership capacity, communication, and overcoming resistanceThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • ELE400 — Professional Development Elective: Selected topics in management or legal studies chosen to support individual career goals. Focuses on practical skills and specialized knowledgeThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 8 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • CAP490
  • Senior Capstone Project
  • 4
  • Senior standing, all core courses
  • MGT460
  • Advanced Leadership Seminar
  • 3
  • Senior standing
  • BUS470
  • Risk Management for Nonprofits
  • 3
  • Senior standing
  • ELE410
  • Special Topics in Public Administration
  • 3
  • Senior standing
  • CAP490 — Senior Capstone Project: Culminating project demonstrating mastery of program objectives, including nonprofit law, management, and ethical leadership. Produces a research-based administrative proposalThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • MGT460 — Advanced Leadership Seminar: Synthesis seminar on the challenges of leading with character in public life. Prepares graduates for transitions into professional rolesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS470 — Risk Management for Nonprofits: Identification and mitigation of institutional risks, including legal, reputational, and financial. Focuses on proactive stewardship practicesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • ELE410 — Special Topics in Public Administration: Examination of emerging trends and current debates within public management. Encourages synthesis of interdisciplinary knowledgeThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Public Management requires the completion of a high school diploma or an equivalent state-recognized credential. Applicants must demonstrate academic readiness through a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or through the submission of standardized test scores. Additionally, prospective students are required to submit an essay reflecting on their commitment to ethical leadership and their desire to pursue a career centered on community service and organizational integrity. Senior Capstone Project The Senior Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience, requiring students to synthesize their learning in public management and nonprofit tax law through a comprehensive project. Students are expected to identify a real-world administrative or fiscal problem within a nonprofit organization and develop a detailed, legally compliant, and ethical solution. This project necessitates the application of advanced research methodologies and the synthesis of interdisciplinary knowledge to produce a substantial report that addresses operational sustainability and regulatory fidelity. The scope includes an examination of the legal, financial, and management implications of the proposed solution. Deliverables include a formal research paper and a strategic presentation submitted to a panel of faculty and community practitioners. This project is weighted at 4 credit hours and is critical to demonstrating professional readiness. It requires students to articulate how their proposed interventions honor principles of biblical stewardship, ethical transparency, and a commitment to serving the marginalized and the common good. Through this project, students demonstrate not only their technical mastery of nonprofit regulations but also their maturity as leaders committed to faith-informed professional practice.

Protected Curriculum

Complete program outline available after verification

Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • To earn the Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Public Management, students must complete a total of 120 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. The curriculum includes mandatory courses in spiritual formation and ethics, ensuring that academic training is matched by the cultivation of character and personal integrity. Graduation is contingent upon the successful completion of the Senior Capstone Project, which verifies the student’s ability to apply theory to practice within an ethical framework. In addition to academic requirements, students must fulfill a community engagement requirement, reflecting a commitment to service that extends beyond the classroom. These expectations ensure that graduates are well-prepared to lead with wisdom and compassion, demonstrating both the cognitive skills for effective management and the spiritual maturity necessary for responsible leadership in the public square. The integration of these requirements confirms a student's readiness to serve with professional excellence and enduring moral conviction.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Nonprofit Operations Manager
  • Compliance Officer for Charitable Organizations
  • Grant Management Specialist
  • Public Policy Analyst
  • Church Administrator
  • Foundations Program Coordinator
  • Fiscal Manager for Social Service Agencies
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.S. in Faith-Based Public Management
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years
  • General education | 36 credit hours
  • Faith-Based Public Management core | 63 credit hours
  • Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
  • Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENG101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
  • MAT110 | College Algebra | 3 | None
  • BUS105 | Foundations of Business Management | 3 | None
  • SOC100 | Introduction to Social Systems | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENG102 | Research and Critical Thinking | 3 | ENG101
  • BUS120 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 4 | MAT110
  • SOC150 | Principles of Sociology | 3 | None
  • HIS200 | History of Public Service | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT210 | Organizational Behavior | 3 | BUS105
  • BUS230 | Business Ethics and Law | 3 | BUS105
  • COM205 | Professional Communication | 3 | ENG102
  • COM220 | Interpersonal Dynamics and Leadership | 4 | CHR100
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT250 | Nonprofit Management | 3 | BUS105
  • BUS260 | Introduction to Tax Law | 3 | BUS120
  • RES280 | Research Methods for Management | 3 | MAT110, ENG102
  • PSY210 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT310 | Human Resource Management | 3 | MGT210
  • BUS340 | Advanced Nonprofit Tax Compliance | 4 | BUS260
  • BUS350 | Nonprofit Financial Management | 3 | BUS120, MGT250
  • HIS320 | Social Justice and Public Policy | 3 | SOC150
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT360 | Leadership and Strategic Planning | 3 | MGT210, MGT250
  • BUS380 | Legal Issues in Philanthropy | 3 | BUS230
  • RES390 | Data Analysis for Managers | 3 | RES280
  • HUM310 | Ethics and Global Citizenship | 4 | CHR100
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT420 | Grant Writing and Resource Development | 3 | BUS350
  • BUS430 | Tax Strategy for Nonprofit Leaders | 3 | BUS340
  • MGT440 | Managing Change in Organizations | 3 | MGT360
  • ELE400 | Professional Development Elective | 3 | Senior standing
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | Senior standing, all core courses
  • MGT460 | Advanced Leadership Seminar | 3 | Senior standing
  • BUS470 | Risk Management for Nonprofits | 3 | Senior standing
  • ELE410 | Special Topics in Public Administration | 3 | Senior standing

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Nonprofit Operations Manager
  • Compliance Officer for Charitable Organizations
  • Grant Management Specialist
  • Public Policy Analyst
  • Church Administrator
  • Foundations Program Coordinator
  • Fiscal Manager for Social Service Agencies

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.S. in Faith-Based Public Management
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years