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This program is designed for individuals who want to work in the non-profit and fundraising sector or are planning for career advancement. Several of the courses will be of interest to students working in a broad spectrum of organizations, including charities, arts groups, sports groups, and foundations. Instructors are all current experts in the field.

A total of 120 hours of study is required for an Acknowledgement of Achievement in Fundraising. The study is a combination of compulsory and elective courses.

Location: Cornwall, Kingston

Required Courses:

• Fundamentals of Fundraising (30 hrs)
• Planned Giving and Endowments (15 hrs)
• Major Gifts (15 hrs)

Elective Courses: (60 hours required)

• Grants and Proposal Writing (15 hrs)
• Marketing in the Fundraising World (15 hrs)
• Communications and Presentations (15 hrs)
• Annual Giving (15 hrs)
• Donor Databases (15 hrs)
• Board Governance (7.5 hrs)
• Best Practices in Special Events (30 hrs)
• Developing Case Statements (7.5 hrs)
• Developing Volunteers (15 hrs)