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Nonprofit Management Certificate Program In the Nonprofit Management Certificate Program, each course is a unique learning opportunity, facilitated by a team of experienced nonprofit professionals who work in the sector every day. Activities address the real-life challenges common to today’s nonprofit workplace. The seven-part program can be taken as a series or as separate professional development workshops. Created by practitioners with busy nonprofit professionals in mind, the program is appropriate for anyone already engaged in the field; those considering a career in the nonprofit sector; new and seasoned board members alike; and others interested in improving the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations. These classes showcase professional development at its best! The intensive, instructor-led classes offer exceptional value and provide a framework through which participants can better understand the context of their nonprofit work. Attendees also gain knowledge and develop skills that help pinpoint opportunities for accomplishing positive change in their organizations-right away. With completion of all seven sessions, participants will receive a certificate of 45.5 contact hours from The Center for Continuing Education, Midwestern State University. PARTICIPANT COMMENTS “If you want to take your nonprofit to the next level, this certification program is definitely ‘Four Stars!’ You can’t afford not to attend! The program provides ‘cutting edge’ leadership skills to identify your organization’s challenges in a realistic work plan.” – Pat Reed, Director CASA of Wise and Jack Counties “I thought I knew all there was about running a nonprofit organization. However, this program brings the ins and outs of running a nonprofit organization to life. I came away with more knowledge than I ever thought possible. This is a wonderful program! Thank you for the Nonprofit Certificate Program. It has helped me grow and improve.” – Michelle Schuster Operations Manager Wichita Falls Area Food Bank REGISTRATION INFORMATION For information or registration contact the Nonprofit Center at (940) 322-4961, email deedecker@nonprofitcenterwf.org or register online at www.nonprofitcenterwf.org. Midwestern State University may be contacted by calling (940) 397-4756 or by email to [email protected] or [email protected]. COURSES REQUIRED FOR CERTIFICATION The cost for each class/day is $100 or $700 for the complete series. Price includes lunch and materials. Classes will be held on Tuesdays at the Wichita Falls Museum of Art at Midwestern State University, Gallery Five, #2 Eureka Circle. Session 1: September 08, 2009 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS: CULTURE, CONCEPTS AND COMPONENTS This session provides an overview of the nonprofit or third sector, and involves discussion of its unique culture and challenges. Topics include: legal distinctions of nonprofit organizations, history of the third sector in the U.S., contemporary challenges and management trends, and unique operational components of nonprofit organizations. LouAnne Smith, Principal, Volunteer Solutions Session 2: October 13, 2009 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR NONPROFITS: BASICS OF STRATEGIC PLANNING, DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION This session serves as a full day exploration of strategic planning practices. Content examines the fundamental role that strategic thinking, alignment, and planning play in effective and sustainable growth of nonprofit organizations. Topics include: basics of visioning and strategic planning processes, aligning mission, vision, and resources, and the distinctive features of strategic thinking, alignment, and planning. Bobbi Bilnoski, Principal, Concinnity Network Session 3: November 10, 2009 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) PROGRAM PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT: ESSENTIALS FOR DELIVERING ON MISSION This session addresses the programmatic component of nonprofit organization operations, detailing how activities of the organization provide the vehicle for delivering on mission. Topics include types of activities related to nonprofit organization mission and purpose, planning tools for programs and projects, evaluation, and budgeting for effective program delivery. Susan G. Saunders, Principal, SGS Solutions, and Diane Schorr, Independent Nonprofit Consultant Session 4: January 12, 2010 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: ACCOUNTING FOR ACHIEVEMENT This session in the series introduces financial management essentials for effective and legal nonprofit operations. Topics include: nonprofit accounting structures and statutes, accountability, internal controls and risk management, and technology as essential to effective financial management. William A. Albright, CPA, Partner, Albright, Hill & Sumpter, PC Session 5: February 09, 2010 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT: LEGAL BASICS AND CHALLENGES UNIQUE TO NONPROFITS This session reviews the unique human resources structures that are fundamental to nonprofit organizations. Topics include: understanding employment law, establishing policies and procedures, motivating volunteer staff, and engaging the volunteer board. Beth Hansen, SPHR, Principal, Hansen HR, Inc., LouAnne Smith, Principal, Volunteer Solutions, Michelle Mendez, Counsel, Hunton & Williams LLP and Michael Massiate, Associate, Hunton & Williams, LLP Session 6: March 09, 2010 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) FUNDS DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT: FINDING AND CULTIVATING RESOURCES This session covers the basics essential to finding and cultivating financial resources that support delivery on the organization’s mission. Topics include: organizational readiness for resource development, consideration of external factors for success, processes and policies for sustainability. Carole V. Rylander, CFRE, Principal, Rylander Associates, and Barbara Ann Roy, Nonprofit Consultant, Development and Data Management Session 7: April 13, 2010 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) BRANDING, MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGEMENT: POSITIONING THE PURPOSE Session seven examines the basic elements of the marketing process for nonprofit organizations. Topics include: the interplay of branding, marketing, and PR, education and advocacy, and marketing strategies and planning for organizational positioning. Kim Young, Principal, The Forest & The Trees Bonus Session: May 11, 2010 (9:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.) WEBINAR - Content will be customized based on participant feedback
