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.
Session Overview:
- Understanding the Nonprofit Sector, Organization, and Strategic Planning
- Program Planning, Evaluation, and Sustainability
- Human Resources and Volunteer Management
- Financial Management
- Fund Development
- Risk Management and Nonprofit Legal
- Branding, Marketing, and PR
Dallas Spring 2026 Cohort
Venue
CNM Dallas
Energy Square One
4925 Greenville Avenue, Suite 106
Dallas, TX 75206
Time
Thursdays
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
One hour lunch on your own.
Regular Member Rate: $725
Non-Member Rate: $1,225
Session Dates – Dallas Spring 2026
February 5
February 19
March 5
March 26
April 2
April 16
April 30
Venue
CNM Fort Worth
Westbend I
1701 River Run, Suite 1002
Fort Worth, TX 76107
Time
Tuesdays
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
One hour lunch on your own.
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.
Session Dates – Fort Worth Spring 2026
April 7
April 21
May 5
May 19
May 26
June 2
June 30
Dallas Fall 2026 Cohort
CNM Dallas
Energy Square One
4925 Greenville Avenue, Suite 106
Dallas, TX 75206
Tuesdays
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
One hour lunch on your own.
Member Rate: $725
Non-Member Rate: $1,225
Session Dates – Dallas Fall 2026
September 8
September 22
October 6
October 20
November 3
November 17