The Institute of Fundraising Welcomes London South Bank University as Training Partner

Howard Lake | 16 April 2007 | Newswire

The Institute of Fundraising (‘Institute’) welcomes London South Bank University as a new credited Licensed Training Provider. The Institute’s partnership with London South Bank University has enabled both bodies to increase opportunities for fundraisers in their professional development.
Carrick Allison, Director of Professional Development at the Institute of Fundraising says: The Institute is delighted to welcome London South Bank University as a credited Licensed Training Provider. If UK charities are to continue to operate in an increasingly competitive market then the professional development of fundraisers must be of upmost importance. Our partnership means that fundraising is embedded in two key courses at a London university, expanding choice for fundraisers and supporting the voluntary and community sector significantly.”
Robin John, Head of Department of Marketing and Strategy at London South Bank University, adds: This is very good news for fundraisers in charities around London. The part-time MSc and Postgraduate Certificate courses we offer in marketing and fundraising will give fundraisers seeking professional advancement an affordable opportunity to enhance their skills.”
Peter Maple, visiting fellow in fundraising comments, These courses will provide a direct route for experienced fundraisers to obtain the Institute’s Certificate in Fundraising Management and offer charities in our catchment area a marvellous chance to build team expertise and reduce staff turnover by giving staff the opportunity to advance without having to move employers.”
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NOTES TO EDITORS
1. Institute of Fundraising
The Institute of Fundraising (www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk) represents fundraisers and fundraising throughout the UK and is committed to the highest standards in fundraising management and practice. The Institute of Fundraising is the largest individual representative body in the voluntary sector with 4350 Individual members and 250 Organisational members.
2. The Certificate in Fundraising Management
The Certificate in Fundraising Management is the UK’s leading qualification for professional fundraisers and those involved with fundraising, and sought after by employers. The Fundraising Programme’s route to the two-module Certificate is based around two courses; The Foundation Course in Fundraising Practice and Managing Fundraising. For more information about the Certificate visit www.insitute-of-fundraising.org.uk or contact the Institute on 020 7840 1000.
3. London South Bank University
Was founded in 1892 as the Borough Polytechnic, and today is one of the largest in London with 22,000 students. It is a progressive, dynamic institution combining traditions of excellence in vocational and applied subjects with specialist industrial and professional links. Its vision is to be the leading UK University for professional education, giving our students the chance to become what you want to be”. For more information visit: www.lsbu.ac.uk

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