Non-Profit and Social Sector Management (NPM)

This eight-month graduate certificate program will provide you with an in-depth understanding of how to lead and manage a non-profit organization towards sustainable growth. You will learn about program planning, development and evaluation, transparent and ethical corporate governance, and marketing and sales practices. You will explore the latest trends in fundraising, partnerships-building, and volunteer engagement.  

Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term in a formal work environment. The work term is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

• Health and social services
• Development and housing
• Arts and culture
• Sports and recreation
• Environment
• Education and research
• Law, advocacy and politics
• Fundraising and grant making

You may also pursue future career options within:

• Associations
• Non-profit organizations
• Charities 
• Advocacy groups
• Foundations
• Social enterprises
• Co-operatives  

• Organization

• Leadership

• Communications skills  

As a graduate of this program, you will be applicable for 75 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.