Fundraising and Development Certificate

UCSD Extension’s Professional Certificate in Fundraising & Development is designed to expose you to a wide range of fundraising methods—from planned giving and capital campaigns to grant writing and corporate giving. Explore marketing and business management tools, and learn about the latest web and media technology available. Experts help you to discern which methods best fit your needs, how to focus your resources, and then practically apply the appropriate tools. Network with the best in the industry and build relationships that will positively impact your career and organization. Get exposure to model programs and professionals through frequent guest speakers. Furthermore, you have the ability to tailor your learning by selecting from a broad range of elective specialties.

Learn how to efficiently apply varied fundraising methods, marketing tools and technology.

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Certificate Course Matrix
Course Title	Course Number	Units	FA	WI	SP	SU
Required courses (Five courses are required, including Directed Studies)
Overview of Fundraising & Development Processes	BUSA-40341	3	L	O	L	O
Communication Skills for Nonprofit Development Professionals	BUSA-40349	3		M
Leading and Managing the Development Function	BUSA-40366	2	S		S
Working with Philanthropic Donors	BUSA-40361	3		X		X
Directed Studies in Fundraising & Development	BUSA-4B410	2	X	X	X	X
Fundraising Electives (At least eight units are required. Choose from Fundraising electives or other study tracks.)
Financial Management and Accounting for Nonprofit Organizations	BUSA-40791	2		S	O
Annual Giving	BUSA-4B411	2	L		L
Basics of Planned Giving	BUSA-40350	1			X
Conducting Capital Campaigns	BUSA-40387	1		X		S
Corporate & Foundation Giving	BUSA-4B362	2		L
Grant Writing for Fundraising	BUSA-40463	2		L		L
Pursuing Major Gifts	BUSA-40404	1	L
Management Electives
Business Decision Making	BUSA-40441	3	L	O	L	L, O
Board and Volunteer Management	BUSA-40771	1	Schedule Varies
Fundraising Business Strategies	BUSA-40730	3			S
Managing for Maximum Performance	BUSA-40673	3	L	L	L	L
Marketing Electives
Cause and Partnership Marketing	BUSA-40445	3				X
Elements of Marketing	BUSA-40011	4	O, X	X	O, X	X
Marketing via New Media	BUSA-40700	3		L		L
Public Relations Tools and Tactics	BUSA-40437	3	L	O	L	O
L=La Jolla M=Mission Valley O=Online R=Rancho Bernardo S=Sorrento Mesa X=Location TBA

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To Register in the Certificate Program

Certificate registration is required to complete the program. Candidates are encouraged to register in the certificate program as early as possible to take advantage of program benefits. See Certificate FAQs for more information.

Certificate Section ID:	073911	Register Now!
Application Fee:	$50
Contact:	Business & Professional Programs, (858) 882-8039
E-mail:	lgantz@ucsd.edu

Certificate Guidelines

See the Whole Process: Fundraising and Development (BUSA-40341) is recommended as a prerequisite for other fundraising courses. Students may choose any combination of electives from one or more specialization areas—including Fundraising, Management, and Marketing Electives. The program can be completed in approximately two years.

After completion of all prior coursework, students enroll in Directed Studies in Fundraising & Development. The Directed Studies consists of a guided capstone project that gives the student a chance to apply the knowledge and practical skills they have learned throughout the certificate.

Industry Requirements

Completion of the UCSD Professional Certificate in Fundraising and Development fulfills the educational requirements for obtaining the Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) designation and keeping your title up-to-date. For more information on CFRE, contact them directly via their website at www.cfre.org.

Advisors

Lawrance Bailey
Executive Director of Development
UCSD Scripps Institute of Oceanography

Merle Brodie, MPH, CFRE
Philanthropic Consultant

Charles E. Day, CFRE
Senior Managing Director, Major and Planned Gifts
Rady Children's Hospital Foundation

Paul Downey
President and CEO
Senior Community Centers

David Gillig
Senior Vice President and Executive Director
Rady Children's Hospital Foundation

Linda Katz
Director, Regional Outreach
San Diego Foundation

Ilene Mittman
Associate Director of Development
Foundation Relations, UCSD

Mary L. Walshok, Ph.D.
Member, Board of Directors
Girard Foundation

Christina Wilson
Executive Director
Rancho Santa Fe Foundation

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