Program Overview

Online Non-Profit Management Certificate

Turn expertise in Public Administration into leadership that serves the public good.

Types

Location

Online

Credits

12

Cost

$355/credit hour

Overview

Non-profit organizations play a crucial role in helping communities to thrive, providing solutions and services for social and economic challenges, in areas from public health to child welfare and more. The Non-Profit Management Master’s Certificate Online from University of the Cumberlands can prepare you to make a difference in communities as a leader ready to serve in any number of initiatives within the non-profit sector.

From financial management to fundraising you’ll gain the diversified approach you need to oversee organizational missions that target community- and public-centered benefits and outcomes. The Certificate in Non-Profit Management program cultivates management and leadership skills, along with an aptitude for problem-solving and innovative thinking, this program is designed to equip you to effectively manage all aspects of non-profit organizations.

By the Numbers

$77,030

Average Salary

8%

Industry Growth

5+

National Distinctions

100%

Accredited

Programs & Requirements

Non-Profit Management Certificate

The Certificate in Non-Profit Management is a twelve (12) credit hour online certificate program is designed to provide the theory, methodology, and practical approach to management of non-profit organizations. The program fosters the skills, capabilities, knowledge and tools needed to serve in managerial and other oversight roles within non-profits.

Course Requirements

• BACC 632 - Advanced Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting
• BADM 539 - Research and Grant Writing
• BADM 632 - Advanced Human Resource Management
• LEAD 531 - Introduction to Non-Profit Management

Admission Requirements

A minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required to be admitted to the certificate in non-profit management program.

Program Mission

The Certificate in Non-Profit Management is designed to equip students with practical knowledge in the management and administration of non-profit organizations, preparing graduates of this program to:

• Understand organizational aspects related to non-profit management and best practices in leading non-profit organizations.
• Develop skills to engage in research, write persuasive and informative business documents, and create and deliver effective presentations.
• Learn the effective management of human resources through in-depth research and analysis of the interrelationship of the human resource function in organizations.
• Acquire in-depth knowledge and practical skills in the accounting and financial reporting procedures for governmental and not-for-profit entities.

Non-Profit Management Careers & Outcomes

• Social and Community Service Managers: $77,030
• Adoption Services Manager: $77,030
• Child Welfare Services Director: $77,030
• Clinical Services Director: $77,030
• Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator: $77,030
• Transitional Care Director: $77,030

Common Questions

• Why is non-profit management vital?
• Is a certificate in non-profit management worth it?
• What could I do with a Non-Profit Management Certificate?
• How affordable is this program?
• How do online classes work at Cumberlands?
• How much is a non-profit management certification?

Faculty Experts

• Dr. Geremy Harper
• Dr. Hannah Bolinsky
• Dr. Steve Horan

Program Accreditation

The Hutton School of Business at University of the Cumberlands has received specialized accreditations for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please refer to our IACBE member status page

Please review our Public Disclosure of Student Achievement.