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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At a Glance
Classes Begin
June 17
Term Length
10 Weeks
4 Course Certificate
Tuition
$13,344
6 Course Certificate
Tuition
$20,016
Format
Evening or Online
Admission
No GRE or GMAT
Duration
As few as 6 months
Duration
As few as 12 months
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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.
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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Sample Schedule
Plan out your schedule and determine your preferred timeline for completing your master's degree—finish in as few as 18 months or take up to five years.
| Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
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| 4-Course Certificate Classes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 6-Course Certificate Classes | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
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| 4-Course Certificate Classes | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 6-Course Certificate Classes | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
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| 4-Course Certificate Classes | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 6-Course Certificate Classes | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Interested in a master’s degree?
Explore our Nonprofit Leadership with a concentration in Philanthropy and Resource Development.
Take a Course Before You Apply
We know how important it is to get started when you’re ready and that’s why you can enroll in a course before you officially apply.
Career Outcomes
Predicted outcomes for graduates of Philanthropy and Resource Development
A report done by the Philanthropy Outlook projects charity giving will grow 3.8% over the next year. This increase of funds will help community service agencies to create new positions.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of fundraisers is expected to grow 16% through 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Technological innovations such as social media have expanded the donor-nonprofit relationship which provides opportunities and challenges for nonprofits.
Job Titles
Development Officer
Director of Development
Fundraiser
Program Manager
Public Relations Managers
Development Events Manager
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Fundraiser Salary Salary​: National Average
$55,640
(Glassdoor.com)
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Nonprofit Fundraising During Tumultuous Times
These times are tumultuous, yet nonprofit organizations still need to move forward to make the world a better place. How are we navigating our organizations and fundraising programs through this time of uncertainty? Let’s come together and discuss how we all can survive and even thrive in these times. In this session, seasoned nonprofit professionals who are Nonprofit Leadership faculty, will address the challenges of creating a fundraising strategy in the age of COVID-19 and practical tips to make your fundraising program work in times of crisis.
Flexible Online Classes
We understand the demands of balancing work, friends and family, and school can be challenging. That's why at University College, you can complete your program entirely online. Our online learning platform makes it easy to work anywhere at any time.
Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
University College 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.
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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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