Hayley (pictured), Founded ATMA, a humanitarian organization dedicated to improving education for underprivileged children in India

HOW WILL YOUR NEWFOUND SKILLS CHANGE THE WORLD?

Develop the skills for a career in the management of philanthropic and nonprofit organisations through ACPNS.

If you’ve been considering studying in 2017 now’s the time to act!

We are now taking mid-year enrolments for the Graduate Certificate in Business (Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies) and the Master of Business (Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies).

If you’ve been considering enrolling in our courses now’s the time to act.

IMPORTANT MID-YEAR DATES IN 2017

30 June – On time closing date for course applications (late applications may be accepted but may incur a fee)
30 June  – 2 July – Orientation and Intensive Weekend for new and continuing students (on campus)

WHY STUDY WITH ACPNS?

Flexibility – STUDY ONLINE or ON CAMPUS. We employ cutting edge technology so that students anywhere in Australia or New Zealand can participate in real-time lectures or access online recordings. Units are taught in six-week teaching periods, meaning you can cover a greater breadth of topics in a shorter period of time.

Up-to-date information – ACPNS is recognised as a dynamic education leader both here and overseas and offers a teaching and research environment designed to meet sector needs. Our courses are a winning balance of theory and practical experience.

Enhance your current career or transition into a new one – Our courses are well known and highly regarded in the philanthropy and nonprofit sector and are tailored to equip students for a career in the management of philanthropic and nonprofit organisations.

Build your networks – You will be studying with people who are just as passionate about the sector as you are and our lecturers are enthusiastic experts in their field.

OUR COURSE AT A GLANCE

6TP2 (4 March – 14 April 2017)
GSN481 Philanthropic and Nonprofit Frameworks of Governance
The unit explores contemporary understandings of philanthropic and nonprofit governance in the context of social, economic and political systems. It locates these understandings in various theoretical and descriptive frameworks providing students with both the knowledge and analytical skills that are necessary to reflect critically on philanthropy and nonprofit governance systems and their environments.
GSN484 Management for Philanthropic and Nonprofit Organisations
In the context of the multiple management challenges facing nonprofit and philanthropic entities, this unit provides students with an introduction to contemporary thinking and practice in the effective and efficient management of organisations. While the focus is on nonprofit management, wider management and organisational theory will be drawn on in order that proactive responses to situations, problems and dilemmas facing nonprofit organisations can be developed by students.

6TP3 (8 May – 16 June 2017)
GSN483 Ethics for Philanthropic and Nonprofit Organisations
This unit introduces students to ethical theories and constructs with a focus on producing effective personal and professional resolutions to those ethical dilemmas specifically associated with philanthropic and nonprofit organisations. The unit recognises the distinctive mission and character of these organisations, while seeking to provide an understanding of integrity and response-ability.

GSN487 Introduction to Social Enterprise
The nonprofit sector continues to mature and expand with the establishment of more sophisticated social enterprise programs. With significant reductions in the traditional sources of revenue, increasingly sophisticated competition and dramatic changes in expectations from clients and stakeholder groups, the need for effective strategy and implementation has grown. The unit offers a background to social enterprise and associated issues.

6TP4 (3 July – 11 August 2017)
GSN485 Legal Issues for Philanthropic and Nonprofit Organisations
The unit introduces students to critical issues of philanthropic and nonprofit law and taxation. The unit examines the regulatory, taxation and governance framework of nonprofit organisations and philanthropic transactions in Australian Federal and State jurisdictions.

GSN488 Fundraising Development Principles
This unit considers the broad factors that influence fundraising/development success. It applies theories of marketing, public relations and management to fundraising and development and builds an understanding of the philanthropic environment. It re-examines the principles of fundraising/development, institutional readiness, case statement preparation, leadership, constituencies and research to build understanding of the context in which good development practice occurs.

6TP5 (4 September – 13 October 2017)
GSN486 Accounting and Finance Issues for Philanthropic & Nonprofit Organisations
This unit introduces students to an overview of financial reporting. The unit begins with an overview of the purpose of accounting and the types of financial statements that comprise a financial report. The unit also focuses on the Australian financial reporting framework and whether an Australian accounting standard for nonprofit organisations is required. International comparisons are made.

GSN489 Fundraising Development Techniques
This unit builds on GSN488 to delve into particular techniques of resource mobilisation in nonprofit organisations. It considers a range of income generation vehicles and techniques including capital and major gifts, special events, bequests, direct mail, telemarketing, e-fundraising, gift clubs and the art of building donor relationships. It also examines professional evaluation of fundraising programs.

WE’RE HERE TO HELP
We would love to hear from you. If you have any questions about our courses or enrolment please call us on 07 3138 1020 or email acpns@qut.edu.au