Advance Your Fundraising Career

Enrolling Now, Classes Begin February 25, 2019

upcoming hot topics in philanthropy
• Taking Your Fundraising to the money-making level | 3-part series |
March 20, April 16, & May 15 | 9 am to 12 pm

• Donor-Centered Communications | JUNE 7 | 9 AM TO 12 PM

The MS in Strategic Fundraising & Philanthropy at Bay Path University is designed to provide a unique understanding of philanthropy in today’s world. In the competitive nonprofit sector, fundraising requires increased sophistication in matching the donor’s values with an organization’s mission. You will learn strategies for building long-term relationships with your donors and obtaining major gifts to support the mission and value of your organization.

This cutting edge graduate degree provides the tools to be successful in this important, and fast-growing, industry. In fact, Bay Path is one of only a few universities in the country that offer a specialization in higher education fundraising. Become empowered to be a leader in an organization and an advocate for social change.

About the Degree

• Classes start every October, February and June
• 36 credit program: 10 core and 2 electives
• Convenient schedule offered completely online or a combination of online and campus courses (offered in Longmeadow, Massachusetts)
• Two tracks available: 
  Track 1: Nonprofit Fundraising 
  Track 2: Higher Education Fundraising
• Courses are taught by faculty with significant industry experience in a small classroom environment
• Students are mentored throughout the degree by a trusted program adviser
• Students usually complete their degree in 1-2 years, see program outcomes
• Receives high accolades from our students, see what they are saying
• Access to mentoring, tutoring, library resources, academic resources, and career services to assist students in becoming independent and successful learners
• Scholarships and Financial aid are available
• No GRE or GMAT required