Program

Program

This certificate translates KPU education into work-preparedness in the nonprofit sector. To meet this goal, the program includes three core courses and course options that meet the program’s learning outcomes in the following categories: NGO and nonprofit studies, writing, business, methods and ethics, and critical perspectives. Additionally, students experience the sector firsthand through service learning. Students volunteer with local organizations and have the opportunity to build practical skills through course-based projects where classes partner with local organizations.

Student Profile

The Certificate in NGO and Nonprofit Studies offers a flexible program of study to meet the needs of students whether recent high school graduates or mature learners, for those entering the workforce or for those changing careers. It can be taken as a stand-alone credential or as an accompaniment to a degree program.
Students graduating from KPU’s NGO and Nonprofit Studies Certificate Program will be equipped for entry level employment in the nonprofit sector as well as in the social enterprise sector. Given the wide range of occupations within these sectors, graduates will tailor the program to their specific occupational goals within a particular nonprofit organization or nonprofit-influenced business. 

Congratulations to our 2024 graduates!

Hannah Jeftic, BBA Marketing, NGO and Nonprofit Studies

Gursimrat Gill, BBA Accounting, NGO and Nonprofit Studies

Mackenzie Kurta, BA Anthropology, NGO and Nonprofit Studies

ayde Marno, BA Criminology, NGO and Nonprofit Studies

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Program Requirements

All applicants must satisfy KPU's Admission Requirements.

The University Calendar contains complete program information as well as rules and regulations that govern students while at the university; each student is responsible for being aware of these rules and regulations.

Programs, courses, services and other related activities may be offered on any day of the week.

Required Courses

Core courses (12 units)

  • ANTH1100 Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology
  • ANTH2190 NGOs in Context
  • ANTH3190 NGOs in Practice
  •  Choose one:
    • COMM1140
    • ENGL1100

Melville School of Business (6 units)

  • 2 courses, each from a different department

Faculty of Arts courses on methods/ethics (6-9 units)

  • 2 courses, each from a different department

Faculty of Arts courses on critical perspectives (6-9 units)

  • 2 courses, each from a different department