Certificate in Human Service Management with Advanced Studies in Administration & Finance

Congratulations Class of 2010!

Now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 academic year

Certificate Program with Suffolk University, Boston, (will be held on Fridays)

Program Description

Application

Classes

Class Schedule

Fees

The Certificate in Nonprofit Management with Advanced Studies in Administration & Finance

This innovative year-long, graduate-level certificate program is designed to professional administration and finance positions in nonprofit organizations by recognizing the complex and challenging set of skills that are necessary to carry out the work effectively. The program is conducted through a partnership with Suffolk University's Center for Public Management.

Who is this program for?

This program is for nonprofit agency staff working in administration and finance capacities, including human resource positions. Current participants include project managers, office managers, executive directors, program managers and staff accountants. This program is designed for mid-career employees who are looking for flexible, affordable, graduate-level education. Registration is open to employees of Providers’ Council members and nonmember nonprofit organizations.

What does this program offer?

• Academic training for those who may not have already received formal education specific to administration and finance responsibilities in a nonprofit organization.
• Preparation for career growth opportunities
• A professional network among the participants 
• Potential 18 graduate credit waivers towards a masters degree program at Suffolk University. The program is equivalent  to more than $16,000 in credits.(Other schools have also accepted the credits.)

When and where are the classes? The program will be held in Boston, with 30 full days of class on Fridays. The complete schedule will be available later this spring.

What are the classes? The program will provide education in the following areas:

• Human Service Management (overview)
  
• Human Resources
• Financial Management
  
• Nonprofit Legal and Ethical Issues
  
• Entrepreneurial Nonprofits
  
• Economical, Administrative and Financial Strategies of Public Service
  

How to Apply

To apply download this application and recommendation form. When completed, send to Providers' Council, ATTN: CNAF Selection Committee, 250 Summer Street, Suite 237, Boston, MA 02210 with the $50 registration fee made out to the Human Service Providers Charitable Foundation. Applications submitted without the application fee will not be considered complete.

Application Fee: $50 per organization (even if more than one applicant)
Tuition fee: $2,600for members,  $3,800 for non-members (One tuition fee for the year long program providing the equivalent of 15 graduate credits - a $13,750 value!)

QUESTIONS? Contact Sara Morrison Neil at the Providers' Council for any additional information you may need. We can also help provide solutions and assistance for making your staff aware of this opportunity.