Heyman Center for Philanthropy and Fundraising

CERTIFICATE IN GRANTMAKING AND FOUNDATIONS

The Certificate in Grantmaking and Foundations is designed for entry to mid-level grantmakers, both professional and volunteer. The curriculum provides a structured program built on the core competencies necessary for philanthropic giving by individuals and grantmaking organizations. This program is the only one of its kind in the United States and addresses a long unmet need--to train grantmakers to give wisely and with more sophistication.

Upon completion of the program, students have:

• Knowledge of the history of philanthropy in America and elsewhere in the world.
• Familiarity with the law, financial structures, and nature of nonprofits and NGOs.
• Familiarity with best practices, values, and ethics of grantmaking and philanthropy.
• Knowledge, skills, and strategies in grantmaking, as well as current trends.
• Familiarity with how to evaluate grants and the role of the grantmaker.

This certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete seven courses--five required and two electives (or the equivalent). A B-plus or higher average is required for certificate eligibility. Advisement is available to help you make the optimal choice of courses for your career goals.

* Any of the Strategic Grantmaking I courses may fulfill the required course requirement, but students have the option to take a second one as an elective.** PHIL1-CE9160, PHIL1-CE9405 and PHIL1-CE9406 count as one half of an elective.*** The course PHIL1-CE9029 fulfills the equivalent of Foundations of Philanthropy and Grantmaking/PHIL1-CE9010 and Strategic Grantmaking I/PHIL1-CE9025 requirements.

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COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required Courses (5 of these courses are required)
	Foundations of Philanthropy for Funders In the United States, virtually everyone is asked to be charitable, but not everyone knows how to be philanthropic. Whether you work for a grantmaking... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9010	$550
	Program Evaluation Approaches for Funders After funders make a grant, they often fund evaluation mechanisms to determine the effectiveness, outcomes, and possible replicability of the grant. This course helps funders... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9015	$250
	Strategic Grantmaking I		PHIL1-CE9025	*
	Analyzing and Understanding Nonprofit Financial Statements With corporate accounting practices under increasing scrutiny, it is important for nonprofit managers and board members to familiarize themselves with financial reports and understand how... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9110	$500
	Law of Nonprofit Management This course empowers fundraisers, board members, staff, and volunteers of nonprofit tax-exempt organizations to enhance their knowledge of the legal and ethical considerations of fundraising.... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9120	$450
Electives (2 of these courses are required)
	The Evolving Role of the Nonprofit Organization in Contemporary Society The nonprofit sector is a major economic and social force. In New York alone, it is a fast-growing source of jobs and will most likely... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9150	$400
	American Philanthropy: A Unique History of Social Innovation		PHIL1-CE9160	*
	Perspectives on Corporate Philanthropy		PHIL1-CE9040	*
	Talking the Talk: Communications Skills for Grantmakers for Corporations and Foundations		PHIL1-CE9316	*
	Management Principles for Nonprofit Organizations Effectively managing fundraising and philanthropic organizations is the key to meeting goals, motivating employees, inspiring your board, and building public trust. Whether you manage one... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9203	$450
	Women in Philanthropy		PHIL1-CE9405	*
	Global Philanthropy and Civil Society Once thought to be uniquely American, philanthropy and civil society are now seen as global phenomena. This three-session course highlights the obligations of philanthropy to... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9406	$450
	Advanced Topics in Grantmaking Strategies		PHIL1-CE9023	*
	Strategic Grantmaking I: Philanthropy to Promote Solutions to Global Warming		PHIL1-CE9012	*
	Strategic Grantmaking I: Arts Funding Explore philanthropy in the arts and how it has evolved from a patron-centered model to a current-day practice that is foundation-centered. Enhance your ability to... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9107	$400
	Strategic Grantmaking I: Corporate Grantmaking In today's challenging economic environment, it is imperative that a company's corporate citizenship program be strategic and tied to business goals while meeting community needs.... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9108	$400
	Strategic Grantmaking I: Philanthropy's Influence on Foreign Policy and Development Explore how philanthropy influences the foreign and development policies of governments and relevant agencies. The work of individual and institutional funders, both large and small,... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9037	$350
	Strategic Grantmaking II--Advanced Seminar		PHIL1-CE9026	*
	Mini-Intensive for New Philanthropists and Grantmakers Immerse yourself in a comprehensive learning experience and fuel your passion for grantmaking and private philanthropy. Faculty and guest speakers from throughout the philanthropic community... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9029	$1,600
	Dynamics of Family Philanthropy Explore the dynamics of family philanthropy, including intergenerational issues, succession policies, decision-making, how various professional services intersect with family philanthropy, and appropriate policies and practices... (click on course name to read more)		PHIL1-CE9901	$250
	Why Philanthropy Needs a Strong Ethical Culture		PHIL1-CE9022	*
	The Role of the Funder		PHIL1-CE9902	*
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