2012-2015 Academic Catalog 
    
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2012-2015 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Nonprofit Administration Certificate


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Program Description:

Wright State University is the only university in Ohio to offer an undergraduate and graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Administration that enable students to become a Certified Nonprofit Professional through the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance (NLA).

Nonprofit organizations and human services agencies play a vital role in the care and development of our society. To fulfill their mission, these organizations need dedicated, trained professionals with the desire and ability to make a difference in their community and the lives of others. The NLA program enables students to learn and apply leadership skills in these settings by combining coursework with hands-on experiences, such as internships, volunteer opportunities, NLA Student Association leadership activities, and professional development workshops. It also enables students to make a difference through education and training in various skill areas, including:

  • Board and Committee Development
  • Fundraising Principles
  • Human Resource Development and Supervision
  • Volunteer Management
  • General Nonprofit Administration/Management
  • Nonprofit Accounting and Financial Management
  • Program Planning and Evaluation
  • Risk Management
  • Public Relations and Nonprofit Marketing

The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance (NLA) is a national organization that collaborates with affiliated college/university programs and nonprofit agencies in recruiting, preparing, and placing students in meaningful careers with youth and human service agencies. Participation in the NLA Program builds on and enhances a student’s chosen major course of study and provides the tools required to achieve success in the field of youth and human service agency management.

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