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Graduate Certificate in
Nonprofit Management

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Fully Online
Next ArrowTOTAL CREDITS 12
Next ArrowCREDENTIALS Certificate
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NEXT APPLICATION DATE:
December 13, 2024

About this Program


Gain the necessary skills to lead, direct and manage organizations in the nonprofit industry. This online program will teach you the intricacies of leading a nonprofit organization.

Students may complete this certificate program as a standalone program, or in conjunction with their graduate degree program. We welcome students from all educational backgrounds who want to deepen their knowledge and skills in nonprofit management.

Designed For

This program is ideal for individuals passionate about making a social impact and interested in leading or working within nonprofit organizations. It appeals to professionals seeking to enhance their skills in strategic planning, fundraising, governance, and program management specific to the nonprofit sector.

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Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management

Offered by the Martin School of Public Administration

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What You’ll Learn


Students gain comprehensive insights into effectively running and leading nonprofit organizations. They learn strategic planning, fundraising techniques, donor relations, program evaluation, and financial management specific to the nonprofit sector. Additionally, the curriculum covers ethical considerations, governance structures, community engagement, and advocacy strategies. Graduates emerge equipped with the skills and knowledge to drive social change, manage resources efficiently, and create sustainable impact within the context of nonprofit endeavors.

Course Examples

  • PA 661 Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations
  • PA 642 Public and Nonprofit Organizational Theory and Behavior
  • PA 602 Strategic Planning for Public and Nonprofit Organizations
  • Electives (choose one):
  • PA 662 Nonprofit Management
  • PA 663 Grant Planning and Management

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Admissions Criteria

  • Must have obtained a baccalaureate degree, prior to the start of the admission term, from a fully accredited U.S. institution of higher learning or from a recognized foreign institution. See Graduate School admissions for specifics. 
  • An overall grade point average of 2.75 on undergraduate work and 3.00 on all graduate work, if applicable.
  • International applicants whose native language is not English must submit either a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score. See Graduate School admissions for specifics.

Application Requirements

If this is the only program you intend to enroll in, please apply as "non-degree seeking." 

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Program Contact

Rhonda Trautman
Director of Graduate Certificate

Deadlines

Fall 2025

Application Due Date:
07/25/2025
Start Date:
08/25/2025

Spring 2025

Application Due Date:
12/13/2024
Start Date:
01/13/2025

After taking the Martin School's nonprofit courses in the Graduate Certificate covering management, organizational behavior, finance, and strategic planning, I legalized my nonprofit, VOTES Indonesia Changemakers, which focuses on Indonesian people's English learning and self-development.

Farid Al-Firdaus
Graduate, Fulbright Indonesia Scholar 2021

Why UK Online

Once you become a student, you will have access to a wide variety of academic support services to maximize your success. 

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Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure

Where you live matters when completing distance education activities. If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state or country, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state. Please note: Admission and enrollment in a fully-online program can NOT lead to the issuance of a J-1 or F-1 student visa.

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