University of Texas at Dallas
Dr. Elizabeth Searing

Dr. Elizabeth Searing
Assistant Professor of Public and Nonprofit Management
School of Economic, Political, and Policy Sciences
University of Texas at Dallas

University of Texas at Dallas Introduces New Undergraduate Minor and Certificate in Nonprofit Management

The University of Texas at Dallas is proud to announce the launch of its latest academic offerings, the Undergraduate Minor in Nonprofit Management, and the accompanying Undergraduate Certificate program. Historically recognized for its exceptional graduate education in nonprofit management, the Public and Nonprofit Management Program within the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences is now extending its expertise to the undergraduate level, further cementing its commitment to nurturing socially conscious leaders.

Commencing in the upcoming Fall 2023 semester, the Undergraduate Minor in Nonprofit Management presents an exciting opportunity for all UT Dallas undergraduates, regardless of their major, to delve into the dynamic world of nonprofit organizations. This program offers students a chance to enrich their educational journey by acquiring valuable insights and skills related to nonprofit operations, social impact measurement, and resource development. Collaborating with peers from diverse academic backgrounds, participants will engage in a comprehensive curriculum that empowers them to effectively contribute to the nonprofit sector and drive meaningful change within their communities.

The program’s innovative courses encompass a spectrum of relevant subjects, including Managing Nonprofit Organizations, Measuring Social Impact, Starting a Nonprofit or Social Enterprise, Human Resources Management, and Resource Development for Nonprofits. Designed to foster a holistic understanding of nonprofits and other organizations striving for social impact, these courses will empower students to seamlessly integrate their distinctive interests and major-specific training into their nonprofit studies, equipping them with practical, real-world proficiencies that transcend traditional academic boundaries.