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Nonprofit Leadership Academy
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The Aims Nonprofit Leadership Academy (NLA) supports the nonprofit sector with applied professional development leadership courses that can lead to a certificate in nonprofit leadership.

Participants can choose from two tracks. The first track, the Essentials Certificate, is geared towards nonprofit professionals looking to level up within nonprofits and/or for professionals that are looking to break into the nonprofit sector.  The second track, the Leadership Certificate, is for experienced nonprofit professionals looking to further develop their leadership skills.  Alternatively, learners can also choose from stand-alone courses that appeal to them, and earn the Professional Certificate.

Classes Are Now Available!  Sign up Today!

Certificate Information

Students who want to earn a certificate in this program will receive a 10% discount on all classes.  To qualify, students must take a minimum of 5 courses in the course of 2 years.  

Email continuingeducation@aims.edu to sign up for the certificate program. 

The NLA program includes:

This certificate is geared towards nonprofit professionals looking to level up or those looking to break into the nonprofit sector.

Fall Classes

  • Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management

  • Essentials of Marketing and Communications

  • Nonprofit Leadership Skills for Emerging Leaders

Spring Classes

  • Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management

  • Financial Management

  • Sustainable and Diversified Funding

Course lengths will range from one-day workshops to four to eight-week-long courses. 

We offer flexible delivery methods to fit your busy schedule, including online, in-person and hybrid options. 

The Academy launched in March 2024 with the Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management Course.  Here is what one student had to say:

I have been waiting for a course like this! I was surprised this class was not full, as it is exactly what our community needs. With 16 years of experience in nonprofits, I've already gained a wealth of knowledge through this course—insights that have already helped me become a more well-rounded professional and better prepared for future roles in nonprofit management. As this class is ending, I can't help but feel a bit sad, but I am encouraged to continue my education with what is to come in this academy.
--Kodie Rosten, CASA Program Administrator for Life Stories, a Colorado child and family advocacy nonprofit

The fall schedule is now available.  Register Today!

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