Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations

Ideal for nonprofit administration professionals who wish to enhance their skills as well as those who might be considering nonprofit administration as a second career. This program explores the issues that are often unique to nonprofit organizations with a particular emphasis on fundraising.

CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS (Choose 5 Courses)

REQUIRED

• The Nonprofit Sector and Philanthropy
• Nonprofit Management

ELECTIVES (choose 3)

• Major Gift Fundraising from Individuals, Corporations & Foundations
• Financial Management of Nonprofits
• Legal Issues in Philanthropy
• Global Issues in Philanthropy
• Leadership and Marketing Strategies of Nonprofit Organizations
• Grantsmanship for the Research Professional
• Grantsmanship and Program Development

(Note: Course descriptions and schedule information will be posted soon.)

For students who enrolled in the program prior to Fall 2008: Program requirements changed recently. To earn a certificate, you must either satisfy the requirements in place at the time of your initial enrollment, or the current requirements. Reasonable course substitutions will be considered to allow students to complete their certificates without taking additional courses. Please contact Matt Hlinak at (312) 503-0714 or m-hlinak@northwestern.edu to discuss completion requirements for previously-enrolled students.

Program Audience

SCS offers education for the adult community. The program is designed for those seeking to advance their careers in non-profit fundraising or administration; career-changers currently in the for-profit sector who are considering non-profit sector employment; recent graduates of public policy or business administration degree programs; and institution board members and volunteers seeking a foundational understanding of fundraising and philanthropy.

Custom Programs

The School of Continuing Studies works with corporate partners to develop custom Philanthropy and Nonprofit Fundraising programs to meet their specific needs. This program can be held at your company location.

Northwestern Excellence

• Northwestern University is a preeminent university recognized internationally as a hallmark of academic excellence.
• School of Continuing Studies programs provide students with exceptional opportunities for intellectual, professional and personal growth.
• SCS instructors bring outstanding academic credentials and relevant professional experience to the classroom to create a highly interactive, collaborative, and challenging learning environment.
• SCS students study with peers who have rich, diverse backgrounds and can provide lifelong learning connections.

Course Information

Registration information and detailed course descriptions can be found on the course listings page. Schedules, content and prices are subject to change.

Contact Us

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Call: 847-491-3225
Email: pdp@northwestern.edu