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CERTIFICATE IN NOT-FOR-PROFIT ACCOUNTING AND GOVERNMENTAL REPORTING

Not-for-profit organizations are an integral part of our economy and society, and knowledgeable accounting staff are instrumental in assuring that these entities accomplish their goals and achieve their mission. This certificate program provides focused, comprehensive, and real-world training in the area of not-for-profit accounting and governmental reporting to individuals who are in, or plan on working in, a not-for-profit or governmental accounting financial position.

Upon completion of this program, students:

• Understand structural and legal differences between not-for-profit organizations and commercial enterprises.
• Know accounting and financial terminology and rules that relate specifically and uniquely to not-for-profits (e.g., fundraising, grants, restricted contributions, program activities).
• Understand the special fiduciary, legal, and operational responsibilities of the board of directors.
• Know how to prepare and interpret not-for-profit financial statements.
• Understand the role budgets play in dictating how funds are allocated and disbursed.
• Gain insight into internal controls and safeguarding assets.
• Understand the unique reporting requirements mandated by government agencies, foundations, and contributors.

This certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete four required courses.

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COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required Courses (4 of these courses are required)
	Introduction to Not-for-Profit Accounting and Governmental Reporting Gain a comprehensive introduction to not-for-profit (NFP) accounting, as well as to governmental reporting requirements applicable to 501(c)(3) and other NFP entities. Learn how NFPs... (click on course name to read more)		ACCT1-CE8501	$725
	Not-for-Profit Accounting Fundamentals Learn task-based approaches to the operation of a typical not-for-profit (NFP) accounting department. Topics include basic accounting tenets, the flow of accounting data, and the... (click on course name to read more)		ACCT1-CE8502	$775
	Advanced Not-for-Profit Accounting Explore some of the more complicated components and areas of not-for-profit accounting and financial statements, including investments and endowments, trusts and annuity income, contingencies, allocation... (click on course name to read more)		ACCT1-CE8503	$775
	Governmental and Donor Reporting, Human Resources, and Compensation Maintaining accounting records and internal reporting are only a part of a not-for-profit (NFP) accountant's work. To obtain funding and maintain tax-exempt status, NFPs must... (click on course name to read more)		ACCT1-CE8504	$775
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