Professional Development > Management Certificate

nonprofit management certificate

Gain a solid foundation in nonprofit operations.

The Nonprofit Management Certificate Program consists of seven full-day sessions, providing in-depth instruction on the key components of nonprofit operations. Through the cohort model, participants will develop comprehensive skills to effectively lead and manage successful nonprofit organizations, guided by our expert instructors and enriched through collaboration with fellow participants. The program covers board governance, strategic planning, program evaluation, human resources, volunteer management, financial management, risk management and legal issues, fund development, and marketing. Please note: You must attend all seven sessions within 18 months to obtain your certificate.

Designed for:
Nonprofit leaders who want to know more about all aspects of nonprofit operations and management. This course serves as a foundational course for CNM’s professional development platform.

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Session Overview:

  1. Understanding the Nonprofit Sector, Organization, and Strategic Planning
  2. Program Planning, Evaluation, and Sustainability
  3. Human Resources and Volunteer Management
  4. Financial Management
  5. Fund Development
  6. Risk Management and Nonprofit Legal
  7. Branding, Marketing, and PR

Dallas Spring 2026 Cohort

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Venue

CNM Dallas
Energy Square One
4925 Greenville Avenue, Suite 106
Dallas, TX 75206

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Time

Thursdays
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

One hour lunch on your own.

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Rates

Regular Member Rate: $725
Non-Member Rate: $1,225

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Session Dates – Dallas Spring 2026

February 5
February 19
March 5
March 26
April 2
April 16
April 30

Please note: You must attend all seven sessions within 18 months to obtain your certificate.

Fort Worth Spring 2026 COHORT

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Venue

CNM Fort Worth
Westbend I
1701 River Run, Suite 1002
Fort Worth, TX 76107

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Time

Tuesdays
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

One hour lunch on your own.

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Rates

Regular Member Rate: $725
Non-Member Rate: $1,225

Early bird member rate ends three weeks before class begins on Thursday, March 13, 2025.

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Session Dates – Fort Worth Spring 2026

April 7
April 21
May 5
May 19
May 26
June 2
June 30

Please note: You must attend all seven sessions within 18 months to obtain your certificate.

Dallas Fall 2026 Cohort

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Venue

CNM Dallas
Energy Square One
4925 Greenville Avenue, Suite 106
Dallas, TX 75206

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Time

Tuesdays
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

One hour lunch on your own.

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Rates

Member Rate: $725
Non-Member Rate: $1,225

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Session Dates – Dallas Fall 2026

August 25
September 8
September 22
October 6
October 20
November 3
November 17
 
Please note: You must attend all seven sessions within 18 months to obtain your certificate.