Degree: Undergraduate Certificate
Classroom Type: Online and on campus classes
This certificate is designed for students with a background in any major, and non-degree students who are interested in working in the nonprofit sector.
Fall: August 1; Spring: December 1; Summer: May 1
Interest Categories: Criminology & Law Public Administration & Policy
Campus: CU Denver
The certificate is designed to allow students to demonstrate to potential employers that they have the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the nonprofit workplace. Competencies covered by the certificate include foundations and management of the nonprofit sector, cultural competence and diversity, and financial resource development, among others. In addition, students have the opportunity to gain real-world experience and connections through nonprofit internships and field experiences.
Additional information about the undergraduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management may be obtained by contacting cnp@ucdenver.edu.
Program requirements
Required courses
Students must complete all of the required courses below, totaling 9 credit hours. All course descriptions can be found in the Undergraduate Academic Catalog.
Elective courses
In addition to the required courses listed above, students must complete 9 credit hours of elective courses, from the list below.
Required extracurricular activities
In addition to the required and elective courses listed above, students who wish to earn the Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential are required to attend a conference of the Alliance Management Institute. Through CU Denver School of Public Affairs' partnerships with foundations, students may apply for funding to mitigate the costs of attending the conference.
Contact spa.advising@ucdenver.edu for additional requirements for certificate completion.
Recommended Completion Time:1 Year
Max Transfer Credits:0
Max Credits Per Year:In most cases, students wishing to take more than 18 credit hours per semester (12 in the summer session) must have the overload approved by the dean.
Required Credits for Completion:18 Credits