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Philanthropy - Bachelor's (BA)
DEGREE OVERVIEW
The BA in philanthropy program is a collaboration between the Department of Communication and the College of Business. The unique combination of communication competencies and business skills offered in the program prepares students to meet the growing demands of nonprofit and philanthropic management professionals.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The BA in philanthropy program is the first of its kind in Texas. Students are required to complete courses in the philanthropy major and acquire a minor or certificate in business philanthropy. Students are also expected to engage in supervised internship and other experiential learning activities. We expect our students to excel in the nonprofit and philanthropy sector through their demonstration of:
- Oral and written communication
- Grantwriting
- Fundraising activities
- Teamwork and leadership skills
- Digital media literacy
- Community engagement and outreach
- Critical thinking and analytical skills
Career development opportunities are available through internships, client and service-learning projects, and public relations campaigns.
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- Degree curriculum (scroll down to course list)
- Degree information in the University Catalog
- Program accreditation
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Fundraising Manager
- Public Relations Manager
- Foundation Relations
- Institutional Advancement
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Volunteer Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Nonprofit Program Leadership and Coordination
- Philanthropic Fundraising
- Social Innovation
- Alumni and Donor Relations
- Research and Public Policy
WHY CHOOSE US?
- UT System and UTA award-winning faculty with academic and professional credentials
- Unique combination of communication and business courses
- Numerous internship opportunities in the DFW Metroplex
- Service-learning community partnerships offering real-world experience
- Connection with 5th largest media market in the U.S.
- UTA News en Español
- UTA Hispanic Media Initiative
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Philanthropy - Bachelor's (BA)
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