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BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES The program Discover a dynamic, challenging career where you can make a difference in the lives of others by raising money for important causes. In this comprehensive program, you'll learn to design integrated fundraising programs, run special events, research and secure grants and develop relationships with major donors. You'll also examine critical skills that support the fundraising process, including prospect research, volunteer management strategies, budgeting and financial management, marketing, donor engagement, group dynamics and team-building and use of technology for fundraising. Graduate career opportunities • Generalists or specialists in the not-for-profit sector of private, public and government agencies • Consulting firms • Private, public or government agencies • Job titles include special event co-ordinator, major gifts manager, corporate relations officer and development officer/assistant Admission requirements • Postsecondary diploma or degree or CFRE designation (Certified Fundraising Executive) or equivalent Preference will be given to applicants who hold diplomas or degrees with emphasis on social sciences, humanities, education, business or marketing. Strong communications skills are required. Proficiency in word processing and computer skills are recommended. Applicants lacking a college diploma, university degree, or equivalent may be considered based on CFRE designation (Certified Fund Raising Executive) OR a combination of postsecondary education and related work experience (minimum three years full-time paid experience working in a non-profit environment) and demonstrated achievement of postsecondary level competencies. Selection process Applicants will be asked to submit a current resumé and a statement of intent. Academic and experiential learning of all applicants will be assessed. Graduation requirements Students are required to complete 11 mandatory courses • 1 optional course • 1 internship Future study options Graduates of this program may be granted credit toward degree studies at other institutions including Edith Cowan University (Australia). Changes to articulation opportunities occur on a regular basis. For the latest information, please visit GeorgianCollege.ca/articulations. Students are also advised to check with the articulating/transfer institution for current information before applying to a program. Start: September, January Confirm January start with Office of the Registrar Location: Online (offered online only) Length: 1 year (3 semesters) Practical experience: 1 internship Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate Articulation: Yes Apply to: ontariocolleges.ca (Code/Major: FUND) Contact: 705.325.2740, ext. 3532 Approximate first-year costs (based on previous year – subject to change): Tuition fees: $5,557.41 Student fees: $1,084.77 One-time fee: $82.46 Books: Costs vary by program; please check with co-ordinator FUNDRAISING AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT FUND Mandatory courses may include Annual Giving: Princples and Process Grant and Proposal Writing Professional Practice in Fundraising Volunteer Management Marketing and PR in Fundraising Prospect Research Technology for Fundraising Philanthropy and Society Planning for Fundraising Donor Relations and Stewardship Major Gifts/Capital Campaigns Optional courses may include Planned Giving Special Events Fundraising BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES GRADUATE CERTIFICATES GEORGIAN PROGRAM GUIDE 2015 / 2016 138