Nonprofit University Certificate Programs
Nonprofit University (NU) is pleased to announce that it will be awarding management certificates in the following areas:
- Essentials of Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- Introduction to Nonprofits
- Strategic Planning
- Essentials of Fundraising
- Essentials of Nonprofit Board Governance
- Essentials of Human Resources
- Essentials of Marketing
These certificates provide affordable, practical and accessible information to people working in and with the nonprofit sector, whether they are paid staff, directors, board members, philanthropists or volunteers. It integrates Nonprofit University’s commitment to academic excellence with the practical wisdom of the instructors and the realistic work experience of the participants.
Certificates are designed for professionals seeking career advancement in nonprofit organizations, board members and volunteers seeking additional skills, or those in private industry or government jobs exploring the possibility of a new career in nonprofit management.
The Certificate is earned at the completion of attending and participating in all courses within the certificate program. There are no admissions requirements for the Certificate, and no grades or exams. Thus, attendance at every class is required. Partial attendance in any class does not count toward the Certificate.
Students who register for a Certificate program can look forward to engaging, hands-on sessions that directly apply to their day-to-day work. All are taught by professors and instructors with substantial experience in their field. Classes are conveniently located at GCN’s facility in downtown Atlanta, making them easily accessible via public transportation or car.
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NU Certificate Programs:
Fundraising and Development Certificate:
A five-module Nonprofit University certificate series that develops key fundraising knowledge and skills. Five, three-hour sessions provide fundraising essentials to organizations and individuals seeking the most current, effective and ethical fundraising approaches to support and enhance their development work.
Association of Fundraising Professionals in partnership with Nonprofit University presents the Essentials of Fundraising series
Learn More & Sign up for the full certificate program today!
| 7/17/2008 |
9:30 AM-12:30 PM |
Starting a Development Program |
50 Hurt Plaza Suite 845, Atlanta |
| 7/24/2008 |
9:30 AM-12:30 PM |
Board and Volunteer Development |
50 Hurt Plaza Suite 845, Atlanta |
| 7/31/2008 |
9:30 AM-12:30 PM |
Corporate and Foundation Grantseeking |
50 Hurt Plaza Suite 845, Atlanta |
| 8/7/2008 |
9:30 AM-12:30 PM |
Annual Giving |
50 Hurt Plaza Suite 845, Atlanta |
| 8/14/2008 |
9:30 AM-12:30 PM |
Individual and Major Gifts Fundraising |
50 Hurt Plaza Suite 845, Atlanta |
You may also register for individual courses within a certificate program as well. To do this, go to the Nonprofit University course catalog.
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Essentials of Nonprofit Management and Leadership Certificate
The series was specifically designed to meet the complex needs of today's nonprofit CEOs and COOS with less than 5 years of experience, although participants with more experience can use the series to re-fresh knowledge and skills. Those aspiring to, or just entering into, leadership positions will also find the series a valuable career building experience. The 5-course certificate is offered through affordable, accessible half-day sessions. The next series begins August 26, 2008, and concludes November 18th, 2008.
Learn More & Sign up for the full certificate program today!
8/26/08 9:30 AM- Managing the Workplace 50 Hurt Plaza
12:30 PM Suite 845,
Atlanta
9/9/08 9:30 AM- Nonprofit Finance Strategy for 50 Hurt Plaza
12:30 PM CEOs/COOs Suite 845,
Atlanta
9/23/08 9:30 AM- Creating High Performance Teams 50 Hurt Plaza
12:30 PM Suite 845,
Atlanta
10/21/08 9:30 AM- Board Relations and Management 50 Hurt Plaza
12:30 PM Suite 845,
Atlanta
11/18/08 9:30 AM- Building & Implementing Strategy 50 Hurt Plaza
12:30 PM for Your Organization Suite 845,
Atlanta
You may also register for individual courses within a certificate program as well. To do this, go to the Nonprofit University course catalog.
Essentials of Nonprofit Board Governance Certificate
A series of five, 3-hour courses designed to address many of the areas comprising frequent inquiry calls from GCN members and nonmembers who are experiencing various challenges working successfully with their boards.
Learn More and Sign up for the full certificate program today!!
7/23/08 9:30 AM- Effective Board Management: The 50 Hurt Plaza
12:30 PM Role of the Board Chair Suite 845,
Atlanta
7/30/08 9:30 AM- Board Recruitment, Orientation & 50 Hurt Plaza
12:30 PM Engagement Suite 845,
Atlanta
8/20/08 9:30 AM- Establishing the Governance 50 Hurt Plaza
12:30 PM Structure Suite 845,
Atlanta
8/27/08 9:30 AM- Good vs. Exceptional Boards 50 Hurt Plaza
12:30 PM Suite 845,
Atlanta
9/4/08 9:30 AM- Evaluating and Refreshing Your 50 Hurt Plaza
12:30 PM Board Suite 845,
Atlanta
You may also register for individual courses within a certificate program as well. To do this, go to the Nonprofit University course catalog.
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