Certificate Program

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Robert F. Ashcraft, Director,
Center for Nonprofit Leadership and Management

The certificate in Nonprofit Leadership and Management, offered through the College of Public Programs, is a graduate program that provides students with an understanding of the nonprofit sector’s role in society and with the skills necessary for effective leadership and management of these organizations. The program is administered through an interdisciplinary faculty committee representing the School of Community Resources and Development, the School of Public Affairs, and other departments. The objective of this program is to provide students with professional skills needed by leaders in the nonprofit sector, including the understanding of the historical and philosophical context for nonprofit organizations in society, the management of human resources (paid and volunteer), the theory and practice of philanthropy, financial management practices, and other topical content areas.

The certificate program requires a minimum of 15 semester hours of course work. To qualify for the certificate, the student must complete three core classes and two classes from a selected list. A practicum experience is also required of students lacking direct experience in nonprofit sector work. The program is available to students who are pursuing their graduate degree in a chosen field of study and who have expressed interest in pursuing careers in the nonprofit sector. In addition, the program is well suited for working professionals who may or may not be pursuing a graduate degree but who wish to strengthen their skills and connections to the nonprofit community. All applicants must have two years of demonstrable nonprofit experience to obtain the certificate.

For more information, see Center for Nonprofit Leadership and Management, or call 480/965-0607.

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