- College of Health Sciences and Public Policy
- BS in Health Studies
- BS in Public Health
- Graduate Certificate in Government Management
- Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security
- Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management
- Graduate Certificate in Public Health
- Graduate Certificate in Public Management and Leadership
- Graduate Certificate in Public Policy
- Graduate Certificate in Strategic Planning and Public Policy
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- Doctor of Public Administration (DPA)
- Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
- PhD in Public Health
- PhD in Public Policy and Administration (PPA)
This certificate program provides students with essential foundational concepts and principles related to nonprofit budget, finance, resource development, and strategic planning. Students learn nonprofit management and leadership skills while exploring career opportunities in the nonprofit sector.
Students must meet the master’s program admission requirements. Credit from courses taken for a certificate can be applied toward the Master of Public Administration or the MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership.
Students must show progress and maintain performance in a manner identical to a degree program. Students track their progress in their program of study, similar to degree-seeking students. Students must receive a B or better in each course. Note: A grade of B– is not acceptable.
Certificate Requirements
- 18 total quarter credits
- Foundation course (3 credits)
- Core courses (15 credits)
Curriculum
Foundation Course (3 credits)
Certificate Courses (15 credits)
- Students may take this as a non-degree course.
- Students may take this as a non-degree course.
- Students may take this as a non-degree course.
Course Sequence
The recommended course sequence is as follows:
Quarter | Course | Credits |
---|---|---|
Quarter 1 |
NPMG 6116 - Foundations of Graduate Study |
3 credits |
NPMG 6200 - Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector |
5 credits | |
Quarter 2 |
NPMG 6451 - Board Governance and Volunteer Management |
5 credits |
NPMG 6461 - Resource Development |
5 credits |