Certificate
Philanthropy and Resource Development
Enhance your fundraising skills through the Philanthropy and Resource Development graduate certificate as you learn to cultivate and retain diverse donors, devise new fundraising strategies, and demonstrate impact. Whether launching a crowdsourcing campaign or leading capital fundraising, you’ll learn diverse fundraising approaches that increase impact and carry out your nonprofit’s mission.
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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible online format.
At a Glance
Classes Next Begin
March 31
Term Length
10 Weeks
4 Course Certificate
Tuition
$13,344
6 Course Certificate
Tuition
$20,016
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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Free Application
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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Skills You’ll Learn
Devise strategic development plans to align with the needs of any nonprofit organization
Ensure financial success through structured fundraising tools and techniques
Lead effective donor relations with confidence across a variety of cultures and contexts
Curriculum
Specialized Graduate Certificate in Certificate of Advanced Study in Philanthropy and Resource Development requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses).
| 4 Concentration Courses |
Graduate Certificate in Certificate of Advanced Study in Philanthropy and Resource Development requires completion of 24 credit hours (6 courses).
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4
Concentration Courses
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2
Elective Courses
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Explore our Nonprofit Leadership with a concentration in Philanthropy and Resource Development.
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Career Opportunities
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Development Officer
Director of Development
Fundraiser
Program Manager
Public Relations Managers
Development Events Manager
Fundraiser Salary Salary: National Average
$55,640
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Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
The 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.
Colorado Nonprofit Association
The University of Denver's Nonprofit Leadership program through University College is proud to be a sponsor of the Colorado Nonprofit Association, a valued community partnership for more than a decade.
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