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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Rates:

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

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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Session Overview and Dates – Dallas Spring 2026

  • February 5:  Understanding the Nonprofit Sector, Organization, and Strategic Planning
  • February 19:  Risk Management and Nonprofit Legal
  • March 5:  Program Planning, Evaluation, and Sustainability
  • March 26:  Fund Development
  • April 2:  Human Resources and Volunteer Management
  • April 16:  Financial Management
  • April 30:  Branding, Marketing, and PR

Please note: You must attend all seven sessions within 18 months to obtain your certificate. The order of the sessions is subject to change.

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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Session Overview and Dates – Fort Worth Spring 2026

  • April 7:   Understanding the Nonprofit Sector, Organization, and Strategic Planning
  • April 21:  Program Planning, Evaluation, and Sustainability 
  • May 5:  Risk Management and Nonprofit Legal
  • May 19:  Fund Development
  • May 26:  Financial Management 
  • June 2:  Human Resources and Volunteer Management
  • June 30:  Branding, Marketing, and PR

Please note: You must attend all seven sessions within 18 months to obtain your certificate. The order of the sessions is subject to change.

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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Session Overview and Dates – Dallas Fall 2026

August 25:  Understanding the Nonprofit Sector, Organization, and Strategic Planning
September 8:  Program Planning, Evaluation, and Sustainability 
September 22:  Risk Management and Nonprofit Legal
October 6:  Fund Development
October 20:  Human Resources and Volunteer Management
November 3:  Financial Management
November 17:  Branding, Marketing, and PR
 
Please note: You must attend all seven sessions within 18 months to obtain your certificate. The order of the sessions is subject to change.