Certificate in Institutional Advancement
Curriculum
15 Credits
These courses are taught by faculty who are experienced in teaching working professionals and who have the perfect blend of comprehensive academic training and depth of professional experience in the nonprofit setting--this blend will enable faculty to take the theory and make it immediately practical and relevant. This certificate program will be offered through a combination of online and on-campus courses.
Required Courses (12 credits)
- MHE 626 Introduction to Institutional Advancement
- MHE 645 Higher Education Marketing and Communications
- NMP 621 Introduction to Philanthropy and Fundraising Fundamentals
- NMP 622 Donor Behavior and Giving Methodologies
Electives (Choose one):
- MHE 605 Organization and Governance of Higher Education
- MHE 625 Women in Higher Education Administration
- MHE 627 Enrollment Management Principles and Practices
- NMP 623 Resource Development Management
- NMP 625 Strategic Planning for Nonprofits
- NMP 631 Grant Writing for Corporations and Foundations
- NMP 635 Board Governance and Volunteer Management
- NMP 641 Capital Campaign and Major Giving Management
- NMP 651 Annual Giving and Donor Relations
- NMP 656 Relationships, Communication and Philanthropy
- NMP 661 Planned Giving Principles and Techniques
