This graduate certificate program is designed for those working in the nonprofit sector or desiring to begin a career by taking the next step. Essential knowledge, skills, and abilities are developed that prepare graduates for the unique opportunities and challenges facing nonprofit organizations and providing service in the new global community.THIS GRADUATE CERTIFICATE serves those in human services, national security, law enforcement, arts and literature, environment and sustainability, business and economic development as well as training and policy research and advocacy across the spectrum.

Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Organizations and Leadership

Contact: Dr. Otila Iancu MPA Program Coordinator

912-358-3214 MPA@savannstate.edu

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Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Organizations and Leadership

Contact: Dr. Otila Iancu MPA Program Coordinator

912-358-3214 MPA@savannstate.edu

www.savannahstate.edu

seriously impressive

TO APPLY: Completed admission applications are evaluated according to the following criteria:

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a required minimum GPA of 2.5 Statement of purpose Resume Transcript from each college attended

COURSEWORK: Core courses: Essentials of Nonprofit Organizations and Leadership Nonprofit Management, Planning and Governance

Electives (six hours): Marketing and Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations Human Resources and Volunteer Management for Organizations Financial Management in Nonprofit Organizations Writing Grants: Foundations, NPOs and Government Contracts

One elective may be satisfied by the internship course, provided the placement is at an approved nonprofit organization.

APPLICATION DEADLINES: Fall: May 15 - International Students May 23 - Regular Admissions

Spring: October 31 - International Students October 31 - Regular Admissions