The objective of our graduate certificate in nonprofit management is to prepare you for leadership positions in nonprofit and philanthropic (grant making) organizations.
The curriculum, which centers on technical skills specific to the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors, is designed to develop the skills necessary to manage and lead financially stable, innovative and effective organizations.
Opportunities for nonprofit managers with specialized skills have expanded sharply. Currently, approximately 8% of the U.S. total employment is in the nonprofit sector. Recent graduates serve in all nonprofit sectors in a variety of leadership positions.
Prerequisites
Can be pursued as a standalone certificate or as an add on for current UO doctoral/master’s students.
Application at a Glance
For new students, the application process for the nonprofit certificate program is online.
Currently enrolled UO graduate students interested in completing the certificate concurrently should contact Bob Choquette for application procedures to the nonprofit management certificate program.
Final Deadline - May 15
Final Deadline - August 25
Final Deadline - December 1
Final Deadline - March 1