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Graduate Certificate in Executive Leadership and Operations

Drive change with confidence in the nonprofit world. Build the leadership and operational skills you need to guide organizations through complex challenges. Learn organizational assessment, performance assessment, board governance, financial management, and program design and impact evaluation. The Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership is one of only 13 in the U.S. accredited by the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council (NACC). Sharpen skills including;

  • Shape organizational culture for stability and high performance
  • Strengthen strategic leadership and management approaches
  • Build productive executive leadership and board relationships
  • Oversee successful program design and evaluation

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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible online format.

At a Glance

Classes Next Begin
June 16

Term Length
10 Weeks

4 Course Certificate
Tuition

$13,744

6 Course Certificate
Tuition

$20,616

Format
Online

Admission Details
Free Application. No GRE or GMAT

How Long to Finish
As quickly as 6 months. Access a sample schedule

How Long to Finish
As quickly as 9 months. Access a sample schedule

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University College is committed to educational access, and given the difficult circumstances currently impacting millions of people, we are waiving application fees.

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Curriculum

Specialized Graduate Certificate in Certificate of Advanced Study in Executive Leadership and Operations requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses).

 

 
4
Concentration Courses
Concentration Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

NFP 4200 Executive and Board Roles, Responsibilities, and Leadership
NFP 4205 Leading Strategically
NFP 4230 Program Evaluation for Learning and Impact
UNIV 4520 Finance for Organizational Success

Graduate Certificate in Certificate of Advanced Study in Executive Leadership and Operations requires completion of 24 credit hours (6 courses).

 

 

4
Concentration Courses
 
 
2
Elective Courses
 

Concentration Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

NFP 4200 Executive and Board Roles, Responsibilities, and Leadership
NFP 4205 Leading Strategically
NFP 4230 Program Evaluation for Learning and Impact
UNIV 4520 Finance for Organizational Success

Elective Courses

Popular electives for students in the Nonprofit Leadership program include:

COMM 4006 Building High-Performing Teams
GS 4040 Managing Across Cultures
ORL 4120 Team Effectiveness and Interventions
HRA 4170 The Inclusive Organization
NFP 4230 Participatory Evaluation for Program and Community Impact
ORL 4400 Leading Strategic Planning in Organizations
ORL 4530 Leading a Culture of Organizational Innovation

Electives may be chosen from among all courses in the Nonprofit Leadership program. You may also select courses from other College of Professional Studies graduate programs with approval from the academic director.

Your academic advisor will help you select electives that align with your career and personal goals, and your advisor will obtain any necessary approvals from the academic director.

 

Interested in a master’s degree?

Explore our Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership with a concentration in Executive Leadership and Operations.

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Career Opportunities

Select Job Titles

Nonprofit President
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Operating Officer

Executive Director
Director of Membership
Associate Director


Nonprofit Director Salary​: National Average

$69,283

(Glassdoor.com)

College of Professional Studies students have access to University of Denver Career Services including:

  • One-on-one career coaching and mock interviews
  • A job database dedicated to DU students and alumni
  • Resume and cover letter guidance

Check out our jobs tool to explore job postings, salaries, and top companies in your geographic area.

Accreditation


Higher Learning Commission

College of Professional Studies programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all of its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.

 

Nonprofit Academic Centers Council
The Nonprofit Leadership program at DU's College of Professional Studies is a proud member of several leading nonprofit associations, including the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council (NACC).
 

 

 


Colorado Nonprofit Association
The University of Denver's Nonprofit Leadership program through the College of Professional Studies is proud to be a sponsor of the Colorado Nonprofit Association, a valued community partnership for more than a decade.

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