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Certificate

Nonprofit Management

Format & Location

Online

School/College

College of Arts & Sciences
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Start Dates

Spring (January), Summer (May), Fall (September)

Application Deadline

Rolling Admission

Completion

8 Months

Schedule

Full-Time | Part-Time

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Built for those who are interested or already working in the non-profit sector, this 12-credit program will help students acquire the practical skills needed to effectively manage an impactful and financially stable organization.

What You'll Learn and Do

Acquire practical skills you can put to work right away

The curriculum in this non-profit certificate program is centered on career-relevant skills that can be applied to your day-to-day work immediately. You’ll gain a solid understanding of the foundations of public administration in a non-profit environment while developing key competencies, such as grant writing, project management, fundraising, and budget planning.

Tailor your courses to fit your precise career needs

All students in this online non-profit certificate program will gain a deep understanding of the public administration field and the economics of the non-profit sector. Build upon that foundation further by choosing two elective courses that will help you round out your skill set in the particular areas you need, including financial management, grant writing, and project management.

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Course Requirements

Certificate in Non-Profit Management

12 credits

Contact Us

Graduate Admission
gradadmis@fairfield.edu
(203) 254-4184

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Fairfield University’s College of Arts and Sciences offers graduate degree programs and certificates designed to help you qualify for more advanced opportunities, transition to a new career, or nurture your own professional development. Our rigorous coursework and commitment to lifelong learning can help give new meaning to your chosen field. Experience our intimate academic community that challenges you to tackle real-world problems.

Learn From Industry Experts

Our distinguished faculty members bring decades of industry experience into the classroom, offering invaluable, firsthand advice for future leaders in the nonprofit world. By earning a graduate certificate in non-profit management at Fairfield, you’ll gain practical knowledge and hands-on training directly from seasoned professionals.

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Gayle Alberda
Gayle Alberda
Associate Professor, Politics
Thomas J. Murray
Thomas J. Murray III
Associate Professor, Economics

Admission Information

From your first admission conversation to graduation and beyond, you’ll find support at every turn. The Fairfield University student support network is dedicated to meeting your needs. You’ll receive personal, academic, and financial guidance as you complete your certificate in nonprofit management.

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