University of California, Davis
Fundraising and Development Specialization
University of California, Davis

Fundraising and Development Specialization

A Career That Makes a Difference. Connecting donors to their passions.

Brian Casey
Michelle Poesy
Jason Wohlman

Instructors: Brian Casey

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.6

(346 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
2 months to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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Specialization - 4 course series

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Campaign Management
Category: Prospecting and Qualification
Category: Communication Strategies
Category: Fundraising
Category: Proposal Writing
Category: Relationship Management
Category: Grant Writing
Category: Business Writing
Category: Philanthropy
Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Campaign Management
Category: Email Marketing
Category: Event Management
Category: Communication Strategies
Category: Fundraising
Category: Relationship Building
Category: Lead Generation
Category: Direct Marketing
Category: Data-Driven Decision-Making
Category: Cross-Channel Marketing
Category: Target Audience
Category: Telemarketing
Major and Principal Gifts

Major and Principal Gifts

Course 314 hours

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Prospecting and Qualification
Category: Communication Strategies
Category: Fundraising
Category: Relationship Building
Category: Proposal Writing
Category: Stakeholder Management
Category: Compliance Reporting
Category: Business Writing
Category: Stakeholder Engagement
Category: Negotiation
Planned Giving

Planned Giving

Course 413 hours

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Benefits Administration
Category: Professional Networking
Category: Fundraising
Category: Marketing Strategies
Category: Relationship Building
Category: Administration
Category: Estate Planning
Category: Educational Materials
Category: Tax Laws
Category: Philanthropy
Category: Business Software
Category: Tax Planning

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