Technical assistance in identifying, understanding, and applying a broad spectrum of management skills and practices

NPDC’s educational programs have been created for leadership track NPO managers and others wishing to broaden their skills and knowledge.

Offered under the supervision of Educational Programming Committee chair, Professor Robert D’Intino of Rowan University, our curriculum modules are available as stand-alone workshops, as onsite programming for individual NPOs, and as a comprehensive Certificate Program.

Program participants learn to identify, understand, and apply a broad spectrum of management skills and practices in a dozen critical areas of NPO program management, including NPO creation, fundraising, governance, communications, finance, program impact, succession planning, law, accounting, human resources, volunteer recruitment and utilization, as well as the emerging area of social entrepreneurship and social ventures.

Each Module can be free standing and includes 2-1/2 to 3 hours of classroom instruction.
Customized pricing for individual modules or groups of modules is available upon request.
CE eligibility is TBD. 
Certificate requires completion of all twelve core modules.

Introduction to developing a stakeholder-driven Strategic Plan that can establish and drive board decision-making. Topics include gathering stakeholder data, creating a SWOT analysis, developing a shared vision, establishing strategic goals, creating a complementary tactical menus, friend-raising, organizational life cycles, and evaluating program and organizational effectiveness.

Introduction to fundraising concepts, practices and tools, including creation and use of Endowments. Topics include understanding funding trends, classifying and motivating donors (i.e., individuals, business organization, funders, and foundations), creating and utilizing a Case Statement, and analyzing and deploying alternative fund raising strategies.

Introduction to how boards should (and actually) work, responsibilities of board membership, and legal expectations deriving from board members’ fiduciary responsibilities. Topics include recruiting and election, expectations (i.e., “Give, Get, or Get Off”), tools for evaluating board performance, succession planning, and term limits, and insurance requirements for NPOs, including Workers Comp, Officers & Directors, Errors and Omission, and General Liability.

Introduction to development of a multi-tiered communication program—both internal and external, including an Internet presence (i.e., web site and social media outreach), traditional media (earned and paid), development of a value proposition (USP) and “elevator speech,” preparation of a SWOT analysis, identification and prioritization of target markets, development of a creative strategy and media mix, budgeting, and evaluation, including mid-course corrections.

Introduction to the pathways to becoming a successful leader, including traits of successful leaders who motivate, earn trust, and get results. Topics include the responsibilities of key senior managers, the relationship between staff and board, and identification of key management issues.

Introduction to understanding and analyzing an NPOs financial history and needs. Topics include budgeting, cash flow, reading and interpreting financial reports (e.g., P &L), understanding and communicating the fiduciary responsibilities of all stakeholders, including separating financial duties to protect an organization, and allocation of operating expenses across programs.

Introduction to the evaluation of program impact, including metrics, CQI, and change management. Topics include evaluation tools and step-by-step program assessment.

Introduction to the role of HR in Non Profit Management. Topics include understanding workplace laws and legal relationships, including creation of an Employee Handbook, creating a positive work environment, and utilizing a step-by-step process for addressing performance problems and making best hiring decisions. Additional topics include FMLA, ADA, diversity inclusion in hiring, “firing without fear,” at-will employment, discrimination investigations (including potential classes), and medical marijuana.

Introduction to the recruitment and management of volunteers, including vetting and background checks, skill/need matching, and recognition.

Introduction to the broad spectrum of legal issues that may confront NPOs—from obtaining 501 c 3 status to state and federal reporting requirements, including many of the key rules and best practices for maintaining your tax-exempt status, including registration of an NPO, governance, fundraising and record-keeping requirements, protecting your organization’s trademarks and copyrights, financial oversight by the Board, and basics of risk management.

Introduction to the accounting and reporting requirements of NPOs, including reports and audits. Topics include creating transparency, filing Form 990, and other state and federal requirements.

A crash course in “everything” someone hoping to create an NPO needs to know. This modules draws on content from modules 1 through 11.

Professional Development for Nonprofit Leaders

Build the skills that drive mission success.

NPDCSNJ offers expert-led educational programs designed for nonprofit managers on a leadership track, as well as individuals looking to expand their knowledge and strengthen their management capabilities

Our curriculum—developed under the guidance of Professor Robert D’Intino of Rowan University, Chair of the Educational Programming Committee—covers a wide range of essential nonprofit management topics. Programs are available in multiple formats:

Stand-alone workshops
Onsite training tailored to individual NPOs
A comprehensive Certificate Program

Program Features:

Flexible Format: Each module stands alone and includes 2.5 to 3 hours of classroom instruction.
Custom Pricing: Available for individual or bundled modules upon request.
Certificate Program: Earn your certificate by completing all 12 core modules.

Take the next step in your nonprofit leadership journey with NPDC’s practical, real-world training. Email us at education@npdcsnj.org.

Master the Core Disciplines of Nonprofit Management

Build the knowledge and skills that empower you to lead with purpose.

NPDCSNJ’s Certificate Program offers in-depth, hands-on training across twelve key areas of nonprofit leadership and management. Each module equips participants with practical tools and strategies to drive organizational success.

Topics include stakeholder engagement & SWOT analysis, vision development & strategic goal setting, tactical planning & organizational life cycles, friend-raising & program evaluation.

Topics include trends in philanthropic giving, motivating individual, corporate, and foundation donors, crafting a compelling Case Statement, endowments & alternative fundraising approaches.

Topics include fiduciary duties & legal expectations, board recruitment & evaluation, succession planning & term limits, NPO insurance essentials (D&O, liability, etc.).

Topics include website & social media outreach, earned and paid media, Unique Value Proposition (UVP) & “elevator pitch”, SWOT analysis, target audiences & budgeting.

Topics include core responsibilities of senior managers, staff–board relationships, motivating teams & solving management challenges.

Topics include budgeting & cash flow management, understanding financial statements (P&L, Cash Flow, etc.), fiduciary responsibilities & internal controls, allocating expenses across programs.

Topics include defining impact metrics & benchmarks, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Change management & outcome reporting.

Topics include employment law basics & employee handbooks, hiring best practices & performance management, FMLA, ADA, diversity & inclusion, At-will employment & risk-free terminations.

Topics include background checks & vetting, matching skills with organizational needs, volunteer recognition & program support.

Topics include achieving and maintaining 501(c)(3) status, compliance with state/federal requirements, fundraising regulations & risk management, governance, record-keeping, and IP protection.

Topics include reporting and audit preparation, filing Form 990 and state/federal compliance, building trust through financial clarity.

Get a fast-track introduction to launching a successful nonprofit. This module synthesizes key concepts from all other areas to help new founders start strong.

Program Features:

Flexible Format: Each module stands alone and includes 2.5 to 3 hours of classroom instruction.
Custom Pricing: Available for individual or bundled modules upon request.
Certificate Program: Earn your certificate by completing all 12 core modules.
Continuing Education Credit: CE eligibility is currently under review.

Take the next step in your nonprofit leadership journey with NPDC’s practical, real-world training. Email us at education@npdcsnj.org.

Modules

Technical assistance in identifying, understanding, and applying a broad spectrum of management skills and practices

Professional Development for Nonprofit Leaders

Build the skills that drive mission success.

Master the Core Disciplines of Nonprofit Management

Build the knowledge and skills that empower you to lead with purpose.

Bonus Module #1:  Social Entrepreneurship

Bonus Module #2: IRS Information Seminar

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Modules

Technical assistance in identifying, understanding, and applying a broad spectrum of management skills and practices

Strategic Planning

Fund Raising and Development

Board Governance

Communications (Marketing and Branding)

Elements of Successful Leadership

Finance

Success Metrics and Program Impact

Human Resources and Employment Law

Volunteer Management

Legal Issues for NPOs

Accounting

Starting an NPO

Professional Development for Nonprofit Leaders

Build the skills that drive mission success.

Master the Core Disciplines of Nonprofit Management

Build the knowledge and skills that empower you to lead with purpose.

Strategic Planning - Learn how to create a stakeholder-driven strategic plan that guides board decisions and sets your organization up for long-term impact.

Fundraising & Development - Explore effective fundraising strategies and donor engagement techniques.

Board Governance - Understand board roles, responsibilities, and performance.

Communications (Marketing & Branding) - Design and implement a multi-channel communications strategy.

Elements of Successful Leadership - Develop the leadership traits and insights needed to lead with confidence.

Financial Management - Gain clarity on nonprofit financial operations.

Success Metrics & Program Impact - Evaluate and strengthen program effectiveness.

Human Resources & Employment Law - Navigate the complexities of nonprofit HR.

Volunteer Management - Effectively recruit, engage, and retain volunteers.

Legal Issues for NPOs - Understand the legal framework governing nonprofits.

Nonprofit Accounting - Ensures financial transparency and accountability.

Starting a Nonprofit

Bonus Module #1: Social Entrepreneurship

Bonus Module #2: IRS Information Seminar

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Bonus Module #1:  Social Entrepreneurship

Bonus Module #2: IRS Information Seminar