Nonprofit Management

• Average Cost
  ^$3,590
• Specialized Studies Program
• Format
  Online
  
  Duration
  12-21 months
  
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Transfer Credit

Students who complete the Nonprofit Management Specialized Studies Program may be eligible to transfer credits into University of the Pacific – Benerd College’s Master of Arts in Leadership (Organizational Innovation and Change Concentration).

Advisory Committee

• Brateil Aghasi, Executive Director, WISEPlace
• Peter Chang, Nonprofit Consultant and Advisor, Educate to Empower
• Shaina Flesser, Associate Executive Director, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
• David Gillanders, Executive Director, Pathways of Hope
• John Guastaferro, Executive Director, Hyundai Hope on Wheels and Genesis Inspiration Foundation
• Kendra Puryear, Executive Director, Developments in Literacy (DIL)
• Angela Seaworth, Founder & Consultant, Seaworth Nonprofit Solutions
• Brenyale Toomer-Byas, Consultant and Coach

Career Advancement Network (CAN)

We are proud to provide our certificate students and alumni with newly enhanced career services that include one-on-one coaching, technology tools, webinars and workshops, networking events, mentorship/internship opportunities, and a rich collection of free online career resources. Learn more.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How much does the program cost?
• Each course costs $495 (pricing subject to change) and students are required to pay for each individual course at the time of enrollment. There is also a one-time candidacy declaration fee of $125, to be paid prior to your third class. Therefore, the entire program costs $3,590. Please keep in mind that this cost does not include textbooks, which some of our instructors do require. Textbook information for specific courses can be found on our website on the enrollment page. You may order books from a third party vendor such as Amazon.com. If you are an international student, be sure to order your textbooks well in advance of the start date of your online course to allow time for international shipping. Prices are subject to change without notice.
• How long will it take me to complete the entire program?
• Most students complete two courses per quarter and are finished in one year. You can take as many simultaneous courses as you wish, but we strongly recommend starting with one or two to ensure you have the necessary time to devote to the course(s).
• Do I have to apply and be accepted before I start?
• No. Since UCI Division of Continuing Education (DCE) is the continuing education unit of the university, there are no academic requirements needed to apply for the certificate program. However, the coursework is at a post-baccalaureate level.
• Do I have to take the classes in order?
• We highly recommend that individuals start with SOCECOL X448.1 Nonprofit Management Fundamentals.
• Can I complete the entire program online?
• Yes, this is a fully online program.
• I’ve never taken an online class. How does it work?
• All of our classes run asynchronously, meaning classes are not in “real time” and you can access the content 24 hours a day. Still, each course has a specific start and end date and students must complete assignments by the deadlines listed in the course syllabus in order to earn credit. The courses are structured week-to-week, from Monday to Sunday, and you are expected to log in multiple times during the week to keep up with class discussions and assignments.
• I am an international student / I am located overseas – am I able to enroll?
• Yes. As an open-enrollment program, international students are welcome in the program. As listed on our website, all certificate programs at UCI DCE (classroom and online formats) require professional-level English language proficiency in listening and note-taking, reading comprehension and vocabulary, written expression, and oral presentation. We find that students cannot truly benefit from the online program without a strong command of verbal and written English skills. More specifically, non-native English speakers interested in our certificate program should score a minimum TOEFL score of 600 (100 for the Internet-based test). You are not required to have a student visa while taking online courses from your home county.
• Do you offer job placement at the end of the program?
• No. While UCI DCE does not offer placement services, our certificate certainly puts you in a good position to find employment. Additionally, the networking to be done in the class can also be invaluable. Our advisors, instructors, and a good number of our students, are current professionals in the non-profit management field, and are an excellent resource for hiring trends and opportunities.
• Is UCI Division of Continuing Education an accredited institution?
• Yes. We are affiliated with the University of California system of schools, and are accredited through WASC. DCE programs are all approved by the respective school within UCI. For more information, please see UCI Accreditation.
• I can't find the answer to my question.
• If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact Claire Alkire at alkiree@uci.edu or (949) 824-5592.

English Proficiency Requirement
All certificate programs at UCI Division of Continuing Education (classroom and online formats) require professional-level English language proficiency in listening and note-taking, reading comprehension and vocabulary, written expression, and oral presentation.

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