Executive Certificate in Nonprofit LeadershipProgram

October 8-12, 2018 -- ID: 0461-010

APPLICATION

Applications for the 2018 Duke Executive Certificate.in Nonprofit Leadership Program willbe accepted January 8, 2018 thru September 4, 2018.Prospective students will need to register once they are accepted. Registration begins on March 12, 2018 and ends on September 7, 2018, or until the class is full.

Eligibility – Who Should Apply

Applicants with a Duke Certificate in Nonprofit Management plus 3 years of senior management experience.

Applicants without a Duke Certificate in Nonprofit Management, but who have 5 years of senior management experience.

The Executive Certificateoffers high-impact training for nonprofit professionals whose leadership transforms organizations, communities, and lives.Individuals who apply and are accepted into the Executive Certificate will participate in a comprehensive program that offers experienced professionals the opportunity to increase their capacity for effective entrepreneurial leadership, executive skills training, and reflective practices in an interactive learning environment. Day and evening hours may apply. Some pre-work assignments are included.

You may apply in one of two ways:

  1. Online at

by clicking on the Apply Now button beginning January 8, 2018.

  1. Prospective students may alsodownload and complete this application with résumé, letter of reference, and a brief personal statement. If you choose to mail your application rather than complete it online, mail application and requested attachments to:

Duke Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership

Attention: Mary Sherk, Program Coordinator

Smith Warehouse, Campus Box 90708

Durham NC 27708-0466

A. Application for enrollment:

October 8-12, 2018, ID: 0461-010

B. Personal Information:

Name (First, Middle, Last):

Preferred name (for nametag):

Address (Street, City, State, and Zip):

Phone (Day / Include area code):

(Evening / Include area code): Email:

Organization: Title:

I completed the requirement for the Duke Certificate in Nonprofit Management.

Ihave not completedthe requirement for the Duke Certificate in NonprofitManagement.

For Sections C, D, and E -- Check if information is attached to application.

C. A current resume is attached and includes volunteer experience.

D. A letter of reference in support of this application is attached, written by a person who can attest to my leadership skills and work within the nonprofit sector.

E. A brief personal statement is attached, including why I would like to be accepted in the 2018Duke Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership Program.

F. Meal Preference:

Vegetarian Vegan

No preference Other (please specify):

G. Duke University welcomes individuals with disabilities to its programs, services, and activities. If you anticipate needing reasonable accommodations, or have questions about physical access to any of the classes, programs, or Information Sessions in the Nonprofit Management Program, send an e-mail to at least 30 days in advance of the date of training. Indicate “ADA Policy” in the title.

H. We will notify youvia email upon receipt of your application. We will also notify you of your acceptance status within one (1) month of receiving your application. Your contact information will be taken from your application.

I. Your email address: We will send program responses, information about pre-work, etc. to the email address you use when you apply. If you should change your email address, it is important that you let us know immediately.

Aphoto release form will be available in class. Some events may be photographed.

I give permission to share my bio with instructors and other participants in the

Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership Program.

I do not give permission to share my bio with instructors and other participants in the Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership Program.

(Signature)

Further information about the 2018Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership Programis available at You may also call 919-668-6742 or email (put Executive Certificate on subject line).

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