The philanthropy, nonprofit and social enterprise sector needs more qualified individuals to join its ranks – that means YOU.
By studying at the Australian Centre for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies (ACPNS), you will develop the skills for a career in the management of philanthropic, nonprofit and social enterprise organisations. Our alumni are equipped with high quality skills and knowledge allowing them to shape, inspire and advance the sector, from protecting animals and the environment to changing the lives of thousands of people for the better every day.
WHY STUDY AT ACPNS?
Our courses will empower you to make a difference.
– Study from wherever you are in Australia or New Zealand
– Six-week teaching periods allow you to get a valuable qualification under your belt in less than a year
– Our courses are globally-recognised and highly-regarded. Our alumni are sought after by nonprofit employers, both here and overseas
– Our lecturers are leaders in their fields, have a forefront role in sector research and a passion for teaching
– Studying at ACPNS means you may be eligible for range of scholarships and bursaries
– You don’t necessarily need an undergrad degree to enrol – QUT may take your work experience into account when you apply.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
By undertaking the Graduate Certificate in Business (Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies) you will acquire skills and knowledge in eight core areas:
March/April 2019
Philanthropic and Nonprofit Frameworks of Governance
Management for Philanthropic and Nonprofit Organisations
May/June
Ethics for Philanthropic and Nonprofit Organisations
Introduction to Social Enterprise
July/August
Legal Issues for Philanthropic and Nonprofit Organisations
Fundraising Development Principles
September/October
Accounting and Finance Issues for Philanthropic & Nonprofit Organisations
Fundraising Development Techniques
Want to take your skills and knowledge a step further?
You can build on these units by undertaking the Master of Business (Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies) or – let us pay the bills – and study the Master of Philosophy (Research).
WHAT SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE?
New students undertaking study in 2019 may be eligible to apply for the Myles McGregor-Lowndes Scholarship and a range of bursaries, available only to ACPNS students.
But you’ll need to be quick!
WHERE WILL MY QUALIFICATIONS TAKE ME?
Our alumni are making a difference in many parts of the world, changing the lives of thousands of people for the better every day. You can too. Watch this fab video to see how ACPNS alumni are changing the world.
81% – Percentage of ACPNS alumni working in senior/high level positions in the sector
11% – Percentage of ACPNS alumni working in countries other than Australia
9% – Percentage of ACPNS alumni who have founded their own nonprofit, social enterprise or philanthropic organisation
WHEN CAN I START?
If you apply now, you could be graduating next year!
By enrolling in our 2019 intake for the Graduate Certificate in Business (Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies), you could be donning your graduation hat in November 2019!
ENROL NOW
Want to chat?
We love to chat! If you have any questions, pick up the phone and give us a call. You’ll be speaking directly with someone at ACPNS who will be able to answer all your questions. Alternatively, email us for a free course information pack and we’ll pop it in the post for you today.
Phone: +61 7 3138 1020
Email: acpns@qut.edu.au
Twitter: @acpns_qut
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