NPPD.d
Non-Profit Professional
Director Designation
A comprehensive designation track for non-profit directors, culminating in a professional designation that affirms one’s expertise in NPO governance.
This is a 40-hour micro-certificate pathway covering
the fundamental principles of non-profit governance.
This program provides a thorough introduction to board roles and responsibilities, governance structures and effective board practices.
Participants learn about topics such as
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the board–chief executive partnership,
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duties of board directors,
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recruiting and orienting new directors,
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committee structures
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and healthy board dynamics.
Contemporary issues are also explored to prepare board directors and officers for modern governance challenges :
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purpose-driven board leadership,
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generative governance,
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diversity/equity/inclusion
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and ethical decision-making
Upon completion of this initial designation pathway, graduates receive a micro-certificate and the “NPPD.d” designation, recognizing their grounding in non-profit board governance.
Other options
NPPD.c
Non-Profit Professional
Director Certification
A certification pathway covering the fundamentals of non-profit directorship, anchored in best governance practices and enriched with case studies and practical tools.
NPPD.edu
Non-Profit Professional
Director (Education Sector)
An advanced educational stream focused on ongoing governance education, designed for those looking to deepen their knowledge or educate others in the sector.