Certificate in Nonprofit Sector Leadership and Innovation

The 5-course undergraduate-level Certificate in Nonprofit Sector Leadership and Innovation (NSLI), in partnership with Luther College and the Faculty of Arts, gives students an introduction to leadership in nonprofit and voluntary organizations. This dynamic, multidisciplinary certificate is designed for students who want to acquire the expertise to pursue paid employment and/or voluntary work in the nonprofit (voluntary, community-based) sector.

The courses will provide the necessary background in the structure and roles of nonprofit organizations, organization management, human resources, communications, and strategic planning. All courses will be grounded in a community-engaged, experiential learning model.

Note: Students enrolled in a part-time program do not maintain full-time student status throughout the program. Therefore part-time programs may be unavailable to international applicants due to Citizenship and Immigration Canada regulations.

Courses to complete: 4 core + 1 elective Credit hours: 15 Prerequisites: Varies by course Program duration: Designed for part-time study Delivery mode: This program is 100% online with the exception of some electives	Search for my Course
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Prior Learning and Recognition

Prior Learning and Recognition (PLAR) may be granted for one or more courses, except for NSLI 200, which is a required course for all students. PLAR will be determined by the VSSN Director and the Centre for Continuing Education.

Core Courses

NSLI 100 Foundations of the Nonprofit Sector

NOTE: NSLI 100 is a pre-requisite for all other NSLI courses, and is offered in the Fall semester.

Plus three from the following:

NSLI 220 Nonprofit Advocacy and Community Development

NSLI 230 Nonprofit Communications and Strategic Relationship Building

NSLI 260 Nonprofit Organization Governance and Leadership

NSLI 300 Nonprofit Organization Management

NSLI 310 Nonprofit Human Resources

NSLI 340 Nonprofit Program Planning and Evaluation

NSLI 350 Nonprofit Financial Management and Philanthropy

NSLI 370 Fund Development in Nonprofit Organizations

NSLI 390 AA-ZZ Nonprofit Organization Special Topics

Electives

Students should choose one of the following electives:

Any additional NSLI course

BUS 100 Introduction to Business

BUS 260 Introduction to Organizational Behaviour

BUS 364 Managing a Diverse Workforce

IDS 101 Interdisciplinary Studies: Contemporary Issues

IS 302 Non-Governmental Organizations Crossing Borders

JS 384 Advocavy Strategies and Skills

PHIL 272 Contemporary Moral Issues

PSCI 100 People, Power, and Politics: An Introduction

SOC 214 The Sociology of Indigenous People in Canada

SRS 340 Governance and Legal Issues in Third Sector Organizations

CRN	Course	Sec	Title	Dates
2023 Fall 2024 Winter 2024 Summer
12375	NSLI 100	L01	Foundations of the Nonprofit Sector	Jan 8 Apr 12
An introduction to the nonprofit and voluntary sector in Canada and the organizations that comprise it. The course examines the history, size, scope, and roles of the sector in society, relationships with government and other sectors and accountability in the context of governing and managing a private not-for-profit corporation. Note: Students may receive credit for one of NSLI 100, IDS 290AA or NSLI 200.
13179	NSLI 220	L01	Nonprofit Advocacy and Community Development	Jan 8 Apr 12
Theoretical and practical consideration of nonprofit advocacy work, including power structures and systems, government structures, community development and organizing, and networking and engaging community residents to achieve changes in public policies and programs and to educate about societal problems. Legal restrictions on charities' advocacy are examined. *Prerequisite: NSLI 100 or 12 credit hours, or permission of the Program Director.* Note: NSLI 100 may be taken concurrently. Note: Students may receive credit for one of NSLI 220, NSLI 320, IDS 290AE, or JS 384.
12378	NSLI 370	L01	Fund Development in Nonprofit Organizations	Jan 8 Apr 12
Will cover the fundamentals and challenges of fundraising and resource development in non-profit and voluntary sector organizations. Topics covered will include working through the donor cycle, the importance of relationship building, establishing revenue streams, grant-writing, and the role of the Board and governance for organizational sustainability. *Prerequisite: NSLI 100 or 12 credit hours, or permission of the Program Director.* Note: NSLI 100 may be taken concurrently. Note: Students may receive credit for one of NSLI 390AB or NSLI 370.
12379	NSLI 390AC	L01	Nonprofit Sector Leadership and Innovation Capstone Course and Applied Service Learning Internship	Jan 8 Apr 12
The capstone course is an applied learning internship experience in a nonprofit and voluntary sector organization. The course utilizes project based Academic Service-Learning (ASL) to meet organization needs and demonstrate mastery of the leadership competencies emphasized in the NSLI curriculum. Permission of the Program Director is required to register.

NSLI courses may only be counted once in either the required course section or the approved electives section.

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