Financial Literacy for Not-for-Profit Organizations
Overview
Deepen your understanding of accounting and taxation processes for not-for-profit organizations with the Financial Literacy for Not-for-Profit Organizations course. Learn about the differences in the application of accounting and taxation between for-profit and not-for-profit organizations and accounting and taxation best practices for your not-for-profit. This course will help you become more confident in your understanding and application of accounting and taxation practices for not-for-profit organizations.
This course applies to the Not-for-Profit Leadership Certificate Program.
Note: Legislation & Governance and Financial Literacy for Not-for-Profit Organizations are two seperate topics under one course. You only need to register for one if taking the individual course.
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Who should attend?
You may use the knowledge and skills developed through this program to prepare you for financial tasks and leadership in the not-for-profit (NFP) sector, such as:
- Executives, specifically CEOs, CFOs and accounting managers for not-for-profit organizations;
- Board members, specifically treasurers, of not-for-profit organizations;
- Those responsible for one or more budgets for not-for-profit organizations; and
- Anyone looking to learn more about finance and reports for not-for-profit organization
What you'll learn
- Understand the types of accounting that exist for not-for profit organizations;
- Understand the differences between for profit and not-for-profit accounting and taxation;
- Understand the filing requirements for not-for-profit organizations from a taxation and accounting perspective; and
- Apply best practices for accounting in not-for-profit organizations (e.g. taxation, issuing receipts).
Course information
Winter 2025
| Financial Literacy for Not-for-Profit Organizations | Part 2: Wednesday, January 29, 2025 | 9 a.m. to noon |
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Winter 2025
| Registration fee | Registration status |
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| $450 CAD + HST |
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Discounts
The Alumni/Staff Discount applies to registration in this program/course.
If you are alumni or staff, contact continuouslearning@ontariotechu.ca with your Student/Banner ID before registering for details about how to apply this discount.
Registration
You can register for this course through the secure online registration form. All course fees must be paid at the time of registration.
Online meeting times
This program has online meeting times. This means you must attend the virtual class at the specified date and time (see the Schedule tab).
Google Meet, Zoom or Kaltura Virtual Classroom (through Catalog) will be used for online delivery of this program to support interaction and engagement.
This course may include, but is not limited to:
- Content presentations and/or videos;
- Hands-on exercises;
- Case discussions and simulations;
- Group and individual work (assignments/quizzes);
- Concept and topic discussions; and
- Topic reflections.
This is an open enrolment course.
Those completing Ontario Tech University Continuous Learning open enrolment offerings (e.g. certificate programs, courses, workshops, microcertifications, etc.) are subject to the policies of Ontario Tech University and Continuous Learning. Ontario Tech policies can be found in the Policy library. Continuous Learning policies can be found in the Regulations section of the Continuous Learning website. Specifically, those completing open enrolment offerings are expected to adhere to the General and Open enrolment regulations.
Requirements
To successfully complete the course, you must:
- Register and make full payment for the course;
- Attend all course meeting times;
- Actively participate in all components of the course; and
- Successfully complete any assigned work by due date
Technology requirements
Video conferencing
Online learning requirements:
- Computer or device with internet access
- Stable internet or data connection
- Microphone
- Webcam*
- Audio device (examples: speakers, headphones/earbuds, headset)
*Webcam is preferred but not required.
Material requirements
There are no additional materials required for this program.
Funding Options
You may be eligible for funding under the Canada-Ontario Job Grant, you can find more information on our website.
Contact our Continuous Learning funding experts to determine your or your organization’s eligibility for the Canada-Ontario Job Grant. We can customize programs specifically for your organizational needs. Contact us for more information.
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