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Nonprofit Management

Nonprofit Management - Graduate Certificate

The Nonprofit Management graduate certificate provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the nonprofit sector. With experienced faculty and practical coursework, you'll develop expertise in areas such as fundraising, grant writing and strategic planning.

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Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management

性福五月天 University's Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management provides students with essential knowledge and skills to effectively lead and manage nonprofit organizations. The program covers key areas such as fundraising, program evaluation, financial management, and community engagement, equipping students with practical tools to address the unique challenges faced by the nonprofit sector. Designed for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise or transition into nonprofit management, this certificate emphasizes hands-on experience and real-world applications. Graduates are prepared to take on leadership roles in a variety of nonprofit settings, contributing to the mission-driven work that supports communities and drives social change.

Program Information for Nonprofit Management - Graduate Certificate

Program Description

Full Description

The Nonprofit Management graduate certificate prepares graduates to work in the management and administrative positions in nonprofit organizations across a range of industries. Students acquire basic management skills, as well as applied skills specific to the nonprofit sector, which may include fundraising, executive board relations, policy advocacy and nonprofit law.

Prospective employers are nonprofit sector organizations as well as private and public sector organizations that frequently interact with nonprofit organizations.

Admissions for Nonprofit Management - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Goal statement
  • Writing sample
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores may be considered for conditional admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate competence in management skills related to the nonprofit sector, which may include nonprofit law, leadership skills, advocacy and grant writing.

Coursework

Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
Certificate Electives, choose from the following:9
PADM 60200
NONPROFIT ADVOCACY
PADM 60310
LEADERSHIP IN THE NONPROFIT AND PUBLIC SECTOR
PADM 60471
NONPROFIT LAW
PADM 60472
NONPROFIT BOARD EXEC RELATIONS
PADM 60477
NONPROFIT FINANCIAL RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
Public Management Concept and Skill Elective, choose from the following:3
PADM 60371
GRADUATE INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
PADM 60375
PUBLIC PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION
PADM 60377
PUBLIC BUDGETING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
PADM 60379
PROGRAM EVALUATION I
PADM 60470
PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE
PADM 60574
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Minimum Total Credit Hours:12

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Nonprofit Management - Graduate Certificate

Graduates of 性福五月天鈥檚 Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management are well-prepared for careers in nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, and community service. The program鈥檚 focused curriculum emphasizes essential skills in fundraising, program evaluation, and organizational leadership, equipping students to effectively address social issues and manage nonprofit operations. Graduates often pursue roles as nonprofit managers, grant writers, program coordinators, and community outreach specialists, contributing to the advancement of mission-driven organizations and community initiatives.

Chief executives

4.3%

about as fast as the average

309,400

number of jobs

$206,420

potential earnings

Education administrators, all other

2.5%

slower than the average

60,200

number of jobs

$89,040

potential earnings

Fundraising managers

4.2%

about as fast as the average

45,700

number of jobs

$123,480

potential earnings

General and operations managers

4.4%

about as fast as the average

3,712,900

number of jobs

$102,950

potential earnings

Medical and health services managers

23.2%

much faster than the average

616,200

number of jobs

$117,960

potential earnings

Public relations managers

5.0%

faster than the average

83,200

number of jobs

$138,520

potential earnings

Social and community service managers

6.4%

faster than the average

219,800

number of jobs

$78,240

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.