About This Program
Managing finances in a nonprofit organization requires more than basic accounting skills. Unlike for-profit businesses, nonprofits must carefully track restricted and unrestricted funds, ensure compliance with donor and grant regulations, and maintain financial transparency for stakeholders. Nonprofit leaders with savvy financial management skills can respond nimbly to changing funding landscapes to help their organization survive – and thrive.
In this one-course specialization, you'll explore key financial topics tailored to nonprofits. We'll cover areas like fund accounting principles, budget development, strategic financial planning and analysis, and compliance with grant and donor restrictions. Deepen your understanding of nonprofit financial management practices to address the unique financial challenges faced by nonprofits. In the end, you'll be prepared to enhance your organization's strategic planning and long-term financial sustainability.
Designed For
Nonprofit professionals and board members who want to develop their nonprofit financial management skills.
Video Overview
Course developer and instructor Joyce Lee explains how the program helps nonprofit leaders without a financial background gain the skills to read financial statements, understand budgets, ask informed questions and confidently assess an organization's financial health.
Duration: 04:45
▸ Explore More: Interested in grant funding for nonprofits? Consider our Specialization in Grant Writing or Specialization in Grant Management.
Skills You’ll Gain
Nonprofit accounting practices
Strategic financial planning
Grant management and compliance
Financial transparency and accountability
Financial statement analysis
Budget development and management
Fund accounting
Cashflow management
Revenue accounting
Nonprofit tax regulations
Get Real-World Experience
Develop a detailed operational budget that incorporates various funding sources
Create a multiyear strategic financial plan that incorporates revenue diversification strategies and risk assessment
Analyze a financial statement to assess nonprofit financial health using real-world reports such as balance sheets and stakeholder reports
Career Stats
25%
Projected growth in U.S. demand for nonprofit financial management skills (2025-27)
14%
Projected growth in U.S. demand for nonprofit accounting skills (2025-27)
Earn a Certificate
Combine this specialization with the Specialization in Grant Writing and the Specialization in Grant Management to earn the Certificate in Grant Writing, Management & Nonprofit Finance.
Career-Ready Credentials
When you complete this program, you'll earn a certificate and a digital achievement badge you can use to showcase your professional development.
Our Enrollment Coaches Are Here to Help
Connect with an enrollment coach to learn more about this offering. Or if you need help finding the right certificate, specialization or course for you, reach out to explore your options.
This program is intended for professional development and is not designed to meet educational requirements for professional licensure or certification.
