Diploma in Fundraising - Virtual Delivery (Starting 24th March 2026)

24 March 2026 - 07 January 2027
09:30AM to 04:00PM

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Individual Member Fee All Days Individual Members £2792
Non-Individual Member Fee All Days Non Individual Members £2950

The Diploma in Fundraising is a professionally recognised qualification for managers and leaders. Through four integrated modules, you’ll build the knowledge, skills and confidence to manage sustainable development and lead effectively.

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Key information

Whether you are from a small or large organisation, you'll be empowered to lead with vision and apply innovative fundraising techniques in your planning.

The Diploma sits at Level 5 which is equivalent in level and assesment to the second year of a traditional full time degree

The booking deadline for this qualification is 24 February 2026. Please contact us if you have any questions about this qualification.

If you would like more information before booking on, please contact us for a copy of the course handbook.

Modules and dates

You need to complete four assignments to achieve the Diploma in Fundraising. See the deadlines for each assignment below within the module information. 

Module 1 - Contemporary Issues in Fundraising

In the first module of the Diploma, you are expected to engage in an in-depth exploration and appraisal of contemporary issues in fundraising practice. You will critically examine and analyse relevant data, research, and literature to support informed proposals for development or change based on a selected contemporary issue. Emphasis is placed on synthesizing academic and practitioner insights to enhance understanding and decision-making, equipping you to contribute to growth within your organisations.  

Pre-Course Work Begins 11 March 2026
Module 1 Session 1 24 March 2026, 9:30-12:30
Module 1 Session 2 25 March 2026, 9:30-12:30
Module 1 Tutorial 29 April 2026, 15:00-17:00
Assignment 1 Deadline 20 May 2026
Module 2 - Analytics, Trends and Insight-Based Fundraising

In the second module of the diploma, you will explore how access to and understanding of pertinent research can be leveraged to create evidence-based strategies for enhancing fundraising performance. You employ critical thinking to identify the strengths and weakness of various information sources and types, before outlining how this knowledge can be applied in developing solutions.

The module will also examine the role and value of digital and A.I. tools in analysis and content generation by addressing the implications of emerging A.I. practices for data collection, interrogation, content creation, in a sector already self-reporting to be under prepared to take advantage of technological advances.

Pre-Module Work Begins 10 June 2026
Module 2 Session 1 23 June 2026, 9:30-12:30
Module 2 Session 2 24 June 2026, 9:30-12:30
Module 2 Tutorial 15 July 2026, 15:00-17:00
Assignment 2 Deadline 5 August 2026
Module 3 - Evidence Based Leadership and Management

In this module, you are expected to demonstrate an evidence based approach to leadership and management in fundraising practice with a focus on the intersection between communication, leadership and team dynamics. A critical analysis of the implications for professional contexts, including ethical issues, impact, and effectiveness in relation to personal development and fundraising practice will be covered. Students will critically analyse the relationship between leadership, communication, and team performance, applying contemporary theories to their own roles and practices.

Pre-Module Work Begins 19 August 2026
Module 3 Session 1 1 September 2026, 9:30-12:30
Module 3 Session 2 2 September 2026, 9:30-12:30
Module 3 Session 3 3 September 2026, 9:30-12:30
Module 3 Tutorial 24 September 2026, 15:00-17:00
Assignment 3 Deadline 15 October 2026
Module 4 - Strategic Development of Fundraising

In this module, you are expected to demonstrate an evidence based approach to leadership and management in fundraising practice with a focus on the intersection between communication, leadership and team dynamics. A critical analysis of the implications for professional contexts, including ethical issues, impact, and effectiveness in relation to personal development and fundraising practice will be covered. Students will critically analyse the relationship between leadership, communication, and team performance, applying contemporary theories to their own roles and practices.

Pre-Module Work Begins 29 October 2026
Module 3 Session 1 10 November 2026, 9:30-12:30
Module 3 Session 2 11 November 2026, 9:30-12:30
Module 3 Session 3 12 November 2026, 9:30-12:30
Module 3 Tutorial 3 December 2026, 15:00-17:00
Assignment 3 Deadline 7 January 2027

Course Textbook

You will need to purchase the course textbook Fundraising Management Analysis, Planning and Practice (4th Edition) by Adrian Sargeant, Jayne George Routledge, London.

The course textbook is not included in the fees.

Commitment

Pre-course work is required before the start of each module to ensure students are fully prepared for their teaching sessions. Each module is made up of teachings sessions and a tutorial via Zoom. Students are expected to attend all live teaching sessions and tutorials.

In addition to the teaching sessions and tutorials, there are approximately 400 hours of self-directed study to complete this qualification.

Pre-requisites

Learner’s must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible for the Diploma in Fundraising. 

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