Graduate Certificate in Public Nonprofit Leadership

This nonprofit leadership certificate online program can be completed in as little as a year, preparing you for leadership roles in government, public affairs, nonprofit management, community development and outreach.

Graduate Certificate Leadership Overview

Public leadership certificate credits can later be used towards completion of a master’s degree in our School of Business and Professional Studies. Created specifically for executives, managers and other professionals, you’ll upskill in the fundamentals of leading volunteers. Start earning your certificate with us to positively influence others and move your career forward. You may also be interested in the graduate organizational leadership certificate.

As a Nonprofit Leadership Certificate student, you will:

  • Develop voluntary leadership skills to motivate and inspire commitment in organizations.
  • Expand communication skills specifically for assessing constituency needs and negotiating aims of stakeholders.
  • Analyze and apply ethical principles to contemporary leadership conflicts.
  • Strategize how to lead and mobilize volunteers.

Next Session

Spring I (Jan 6, 2025)

Estimated Tuition

Ways to Learn

Online

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University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

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    Admission Requirements

    Applicants for this graduate certificate program must complete the formal application process with all required documents, which include:

    • Completed application
    • 2.75 grade point average (GPA)
    • Official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions where baccalaureate and/or post-baccalaureate coursework was completed or attempted
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    Only credits from regionally accredited institutions may be accepted in transfer. Failure to report any previous academic work at another college or university may be considered a violation of academic integrity.

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    Program Curriculum

    • Code Course Name Credits
      Specific Requirements

       

      OLCU 621 Frontiers of Public and Nonprofit Leadership

      3

      OLCU 626 Dynamics of Public and Nonprofit Leadership

      3

      Select one of the following:

      3

      OLCU 601
       Democracy, Ethics and Leadership

       

      OLCU 614
       Leadership & Team Development

       

      OLCU 632
       Leadership and Innovation

       

      Total Credits

      9

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