NGO Education Survey

Applied Marketing and Communications in Fund Development

This course applies marketing principles to charitable fundraising strategies

Donor Stewardship in Fund Development

Donor motivation and needs are introduced with emphasis on effective donor development and stewardship.

Fund Development Major

One of two majors offered. The responsibilities, workplace and professional development needs of fund development professionals will be discussed, as well as trends and issues which impact their work.

Fund Development Policy, Planning and Evaluations

Effective planning, policy development and evaluation approaches, related to fund development will be introduced with emphasis on the people, structures and resources required to successfully achieve multiple goals.

Introduction to the Voluntary/Nonprofit Sector in Canada

The purpose, profile and scope of the voluntary/ non-profit sector will be introduced, with emphasis on the sector's role in Canadian society.

Marketing and Communications for Volunteer Managers

This course applies marketing and communication principles to three critical aspects of volunteer management: recruitment and retention of volunteers, increasing public awareness of voluntarism, and promoting specific volunteer programs.

Overview of Fundraising Management

The role of fundraisers and fund development as an occupation will be introduced with emphasis on the importance of philanthropy in Canada.

Overview of Volunter Management

The benefits, challenges and scope of volunteer involvement are explored, with emphasis on effective volunteer management practices.

Professional, legal and ethical issues in fund development.

This course introduces the legal, ethical and professional contexts in which fund development professionals work.

Supervision and Development of Volunteers

This course explores issues related to effective supervision in volunteer programs including communication, leadership and volunteer/staff relationships.

Voluntary Sector Leadership and Management

This course will explore the need for diverse and effective leaders within the voluntary/non-profit sector.

Volunteer Management Major

One of two majors offered. Trends and issues in Canadian volunteerism will be introduced, as well as the role of a manager of volunteers.