Nonprofit Leadership Certificate

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Prepare for leadership roles in a variety of nonprofit organizations, including health services, education, social and legal services, civic advocacy, youth services and more, with a nonprofit leadership certificate from Indiana State University.

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Program Availability

The Nonprofit Leadership Certificate program is open to currently enrolled students who wish to increase their employability. The program is especially suited for students in the Department of Political Science, business students, students in the Multidisciplinary BA/BS program, and students interested in nonprofit leadership, civic leadership, and related fields. Students should consult with their advisors before enrolling in courses to ensure suitability and to plan their program of study

This nonprofit leadership certificate program is also open to working professionals. For application instructions, visit Admissions

Program Highlights

In the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate program, you will learn the ins and outs of nonprofit administration and leadership. Nonprofit organizations comprise a highly diverse sector of the economy and address needs and issues related to health services, education, social and legal services, civic and environmental advocacy, international relations and development, arts and culture, and faith-based, youth, and human services. Indiana State’s Nonprofit Leadership Certificate program provides training for students to lead teams at these nonprofit organizations. 

Courses

The Nonprofit Leadership Certificate program consists of nine credits covering three courses focused on volunteer engagement, the fundamentals of fundraising, and advanced nonprofit administration. The program’s curriculum features topics in volunteer supervision, program evaluation, capital campaigns, annual and planned giving, nonprofit governance, strategic planning, partnerships, public policy, community outreach, and related topics in nonprofit leadership.

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Transfer Credit 

Indiana State University accepts credit from regionally accredited colleges and universities within the United States, and from selected schools located outside the United States. Credit also may be granted for military training and experience. Previously earned college credit may be applied toward completion of the program.

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Career Possibilities

Successful completion of the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate program prepares you for nonprofit leadership roles such as development director, fundraiser, volunteer coordinator, communication director, human resource officer, philanthropy director, program manager, grant writer, community health director, business office supervisor, compliance director, campaign manager, corporate giving manager, and related roles. You will also be prepared for a variety of graduate degree programs.

Accreditation

Indiana State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Higher Learning Commission

Additionally, the Public Administration Program is currently a member of the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA) and is associated with the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA)