--- title: Philanthropy & Nonprofit Leadership at Rice --- # Champion a culture of service and generosity to advance your community, your cause, and your career. Nonprofit and philanthropic organizations need bold, data-driven leadership to fulfill their missions. Rice University prepares you to inspire and guide employees, donors, and volunteers in Houston and beyond. ### Get started today! Receive program information and key event dates ![Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Overview](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Overview.jpg) ## Thoughtful, skilled leaders are essential to **nonprofit and philanthropic organizations’ ability to achieve their missions** Rice University’s philanthropy and nonprofit leadership programs help you confidently navigate challenges in funding, finances, personnel, and more.  ![Online-Learning](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Online-Learning.svg) Online learning experiences **designed for working adults** give you the ability to build academic and professional relationships within a flexible course framework ![Nationally](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Nationally.svg) **Earn a career-advancing certificate** in nonprofit leadership or operations in as little as a 5 months ![Experienced-Instructors-2](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Experienced-Instructors-2.svg) Benefit from **a wide variety of learning opportunities**, including informative online courses, personalized coaching sessions, and real-world practicum experiences ![Networking-2](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Networking-2.svg) Rice’s **prestigious network connects you**–both locally and globally–to nonprofit professionals serving organizations in a variety of roles ## **Certificate Specific Details** Advance your career and help your organization serve others by earning a nonprofit and philanthropic leadership credential from Rice University. ![Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Leadership Institute for Nonprofit Executives Certificate](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Leadership%20Institute%20for%20Nonprofit%20Executives%20Certificate.jpg?width=180&height=120&name=Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Leadership%20Institute%20for%20Nonprofit%20Executives%20Certificate.jpg) ##### Leadership Institute for Nonprofit Executives (LINE) Certificate Join a cohort of committed nonprofit peers and advance your philanthropic career with this competitive certificate opportunity. Expertly curated course content, personalized coaching, and engaging activities allow you to turn theory into practice and feel confident as you build your reputation as a nonprofit leader. - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-course-start-icon.png) Starting Fall, Spring - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-years-icon.png) Length **10 Months** - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-persons-icon.png) Format **On-campus or online** ![Untitled (180 × 121 px)](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20(180%20%C3%97%20121%20px).png?width=180&height=120&name=Untitled%20(180%20%C3%97%20121%20px).png) ##### Leadership in Action Certificate Designed for new executive directors or chief executive officers in a nonprofit setting, this certificate helps students build practical organizational management skills. Learn how to collaborate with your board, evaluate your programming, inspire your team, and ensure the sustainability of your organization.  - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-course-start-icon.png) Starting Fall - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-years-icon.png) Length **10 Months** - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-persons-icon.png) Format **On-campus** ![Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Nonprofit Finance Certificate](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Nonprofit%20Finance%20Certificate.jpg?width=180&height=120&name=Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Nonprofit%20Finance%20Certificate.jpg) ##### Nonprofit Finance Certificate Make inspiring personal connections within the nonprofit community and learn how to meet common financial challenges head-on by earning a certification in nonprofit finance. This cohort-based program will help you cultivate the financial expertise nonprofits need to maintain financial health and stay true to their mission. - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-course-start-icon.png) Starting Fall, Spring - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-years-icon.png) Length **5 Months** - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-persons-icon.png) Format **On-campus or online** ![Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Fundraising Operations Certificate](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Fundraising%20Operations%20Certificate.jpg?width=180&height=121&name=Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Fundraising%20Operations%20Certificate.jpg) ##### Fundraising Operations Certificate Ideal for current or prospective fundraising professionals looking to develop expertise in fundraising policy development, data analytics, database management, donor relations, and more. Executives and senior leaders may also benefit from a nuanced understanding of fundraising operations as a way to help teams implement best practices. - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-course-start-icon.png) Starting Fall, Spring, Summer - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-years-icon.png) Length **Flexible** - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-persons-icon.png) Format **Online, on-demand** ![Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Fund Development Certificate](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Fund%20Development%20Certificate.jpg?width=180&height=120&name=Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Fund%20Development%20Certificate.jpg) ##### Fund Development Certificate Ideal for those early in their nonprofit career or those preparing for the CFRE examination or renewal, this certificate program teaches participants the fundamentals of successful fundraising, even in a challenging economic climate. Choose courses that best fit your professional goals from a wide variety of electives, and apply your new skills to a real-world setting. - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-course-start-icon.png) Starting Fall, Spring, Summer - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-years-icon.png) Length **Flexible** - ![](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Mindmax-rice-university/rice-persons-icon.png) Format **Online, on-campus, on-demand** ![Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Who_Should_Enroll](https://info.continue.rice.edu/hubfs/Rice_PhilanthropyNonprofitLeadership_LP_Who_Should_Enroll.jpg) ## Do you want to help nonprofit and philanthropic organizations **serve their communities skillfully and sustainably?** Leading a nonprofit or philanthropic organization comes with unique challenges. Enrolling in a Nonprofit and Philanthropic professional program at Rice University prepares you to leverage your organization’s existing strengths and create new opportunities for growth and outreach. Here’s how to get started: - **Choose your program** - **Create a profile** - **Apply or register for class** Select Your Program Today! ## **Sign up to get program information and key event dates.** ### Get started today! Receive program information and key event dates Get More Info