In the NFP sector, there is a pressing need to equip Christian leaders and managers with sound business training integrated with a Kingdom perspective. This certificate program will provide students with the necessary instruction to effectively and efficiently steward the resources of their organizations and registered charities.
The not-for-profit sector is dynamic and provides unique opportunities and challenges for managers. It needs leaders who are passionate about activism, ministry and positive social change through the management of people and processes. Choose your own courses and personalize your learning journey in Redeemer’s CFRE-accredited Not-for-Profit Management Certificate, which prepares you to think critically about how to reflect Christ in not-for-profit program planning, fundraising, partnership-building and volunteer engagement.
Learning Outcomes
- Learn leadership and strategic management of finances, staff and volunteers
- Develop social and behavioural marketing and communication skills
- Explore fundraising, sustainability and social enterprising
- Apply not-for-profit management concepts and skills in real-world situations
Why Study Not-for-Profit Management at Redeemer?
- Enjoy the flexibility of a fully online program
Learn at your own pace through online, asynchronous program delivery. And with four program start times each year, you can begin at a time that works best for you. - Earn a digital management certificate
Improve your career prospects and job-specific skills through a concise, cost-effective program offering the specialized knowledge and training you’re looking for. - Explore Not-for-Profit Management from a Reformed Christian perspective
Through the integration of faith and learning, students will be equipped intellectually, socially and spiritually as they prepare to lead and serve in the NFP sector. Redeemer’s connections to churches, ministries, charities and non-profits will enhance students’ potential to serve their communities and God’s Kingdom. - Learn from experienced faculty
Benefit from the extensive expertise of faculty members with practical experience in the world of business, marketing, social enterprise and not-for-profit management.
Courses
A certificate is earned upon the completion of any four courses. An advanced certificate will be granted to students who complete all six.
Summer 2026:
NFP-420 – Financial Management for Not-for-Profits
Fall 2026:
NFP-330 – Not-for-Profit Management
NFP-337 – Development and Fundraising
Winter 2027:
NFP-365 – Social and Behavioural Marketing
NFP-462 – Social Enterprise
Spring 2027:
NFP-330 – Not-for-Profit Management
NFP-466 – Not-for-Profit Strategy
Summer 2027:
NFP-420 – Financial Management for Not-for-Profits
Course List
Discover the unique management dilemmas posed by the not-for-profit—or voluntary—sector, including faith-based organizations. Learn to make effective decisions about strategic planning; financial and risk management; recruiting, training, motivating and managing human resources; marketing and communications to the variety of stakeholders served; program evaluation; and governance.
Explore the spirituality of philanthropy, the psychology of donor behaviour and the best practices in donor-centred fundraising. Translate knowledge about major gifts, planned giving, direct response fundraising, grants and corporate fundraising into an understanding of donor development and retention.
Discover how to craft marketing campaigns for not-for-profit organizations that influence social change. Understanding the steps in the marketing planning process will enable you to focus your marketing plan; select the target audiences; establish behavioural change objectives; and determine what it will take to influence others.
Discover how financial management skills are essential to make stewardly decisions in not-for-profit organizations. Learn how to develop budgets, analyze financial statements, establish accountability mechanisms to protect the organization’s resources and evaluate the sustainability of programs.
Discover how to design and launch a social enterprise. Become an agent of change in your community as you recognize socially innovative opportunities, develop structures and raise funding, while measuring the impact of your sustainable social venture.
Develop strategies to address a community’s needs, improve organizational performance and build capacity for NFP organizations. Examine and critically evaluate strategy development and the practice of discernment in times of decision-making and organizational transition. Build capacity in leadership, programs and resources in order to maintain relevance to your mission.
Who Should Take this Program?
- Working professionals or mature students already involved in NFP organizations, boards or committees
- New or aspiring managers interested in developing their business acumen
- Those looking to increase their skills in NFP leadership
Admission Requirements and Cost
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent)
- Minimum 3 years combined of post-secondary education or work experience in the not-for-profit and/or business sector
In addition to the General Admission Requirements for Certificate Programs, admission is open to applicants who have at least three years combined post-secondary education and not-for-profit or business sector work experience.
Cost per course: $999; fees per course: $66
Certifications
CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive)
Enhance your career prospects by becoming a Certified Fund Raising Executive. Not-for-Profit Management Certificate courses are CFRE-approved* to obtain CFRE Continuing Education Credits (CECs) that count towards obtaining and maintaining CFRE certification.
*NFP-420 under development.
Participation in the Not-for-Profit Management program may assist you in learning or reviewing concepts covered on the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) examination as detailed on the Test Content Outline provided by CFRE International. CFRE International does not sponsor or endorse any educational programs and the Not-for-Profit Management Certificate was not developed in conjunction with CFRE International.