Online Fundraising Management Graduate Certificate

The environment for arts organizations has been evolving in new ways as shifting demographics, technologies, and political landscapes create new possibilities—and new challenges—for the field.

Several factors, such as reduced government and foundation support, increased competition among nonprofits and the private sector, and general economic uncertainty, have contributed to an environment of financial instability for arts and nonprofit organizations. As the market drives organizations to be self-sustaining and accountable, fundraising has emerged as a strategic institutional need. To help address this need, Boston University’s Metropolitan College is pleased to offer a Graduate Certificate in Fundraising Management.

Designed and delivered by the expert faculty of Boston University’s Arts Administration program, the online Graduate Certificate in Fundraising Management provides administrative, financial, technical, and leadership skills for those seeking careers as professional fundraisers and for nonprofit managers who wish to substantially enhance their skills in fundraising. The certificate is also appropriate for professionals considering a career change and professionals in the arts, health care, education, and human services fields.

Students who complete the Graduate Certificate in Fundraising Management will be able to demonstrate:

• Knowledge of the most important challenges and opportunities facing nonprofit organizations.
• Knowledge of professional practices with regard to fundraising and financial management.
• Skills to identify funding sources and author professional grant applications.
• Knowledge of best practices in designing and managing fundraising strategies and capital campaigns.
• Knowledge of structural and operational similarities and differences between several categories of nonprofit organizations, including health care, faith-based, cultural, and educational organizations.
• The ability to take a strategic approach to the professional development, networking, and self-marketing necessary to obtain a professional position as a fundraiser.

The Graduate Certificate in Fundraising Management is a CFRE Approved Provider for Continuing Education. Full participation in the Graduate Certificate in Fundraising Management is applicable for 147.75 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or re-certification.