FRAME… explained by our students!
Why did we choose to become Fundraisers?
Probably you’re already aware that the not for profit sector desperately needs professional fundraisers and the demand is much higher than the supply, especially now that we are in the midst of the economic crisis.
This is because:
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There has been a serious cut to national public funds, the traditional financial source for many organizations;
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Many organizations are becoming increasingly autonomous from the public sphere so as to be able to act more freely in face of the dramatic social situation;
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The global situation desperately needs increased professionalism: the need for complex profiles has increased, there is ever more the need to know how to Campaign, Advocate and increasingly, build effective relationships with “for profit” companies;
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Well prepared fundraisers are a rarity: many courses, of dubious quality, have appeared which simply don’t supply the necessary training to be considered a true professional.
This is why the demand for such a profile is the highest in the sector, and the post-Master employment percentage is high, six months – a year, within which obviously you need to get your hands dirty and try and try again!
Why did we choose it?
Did you know that the Master in Fundraising is the first ever in the sector? it’s been around since 1999.
Have you ‘got’ it?
In just a few words: if we give our best, we ‘leave’ with a profession that can be practiced all around the world, we are able to promote and raise funds for social campaigns and organizations. We have Lecturers of International standard, high quality internships, a large post-diploma professional network and international experience. Part of the course is run in London (a week in total), the European heart of fundraising. In Italy and Spain, the relationship with the Associations of Fundraisers and SIN – The Network of Italian Not for Profit Managers ensures that the Master takes into account the needs of the organizations and the ‘real’ requests of the market.
At a European level the Master is supported by Euclid Network, the European network which represents Non Profit Leaders, also at the level of the European Union, and has excellent Non Profit partners such as the management centre of London and ACEVO.
Results
Did you know that we are the main “producer” of Fundraisers in Europe?
In the end we work for national and international NGOs, for associations, foundations and social cooperatives. Many of us work in prestigious organizations in directive positions (i.e. in Save The Children, MSF, Greenpeace….)
It’s a serious commitment, and it’s our challenge!
Obviously we study too! At least 10 hours a week, when is up to you, thanks to the e-learning approach. One of the first things we learn is how effective we can be if we are prepared, and that we can really make a difference.
The method is based on internationally proven models. It is based on strategies, techniques and “professional tools”. You leave “knowing how” to do what counts so as to grow and be able to build on the solid foundations you are given throughout the course.
You leave “knowing how” to do what counts so as to grow and be able to build on the solid foundations you are given throughout the course.
“I decided to take the ASVI master as I wanted to work in the Non Profit sector and having just moved to Italy I needed some training in the field. Coming from England this seemed like a good choice compared to other master courses as it takes 1 year to complete whilst others at times only three months. Throughout the year I learnt more about how the Italian sector works and its very particular characteristics. I also had the pleasure of meeting some fantastic people on the course with similar interests and worked on a ‘project’ with a very passionate group of like minded individuals. I am currently completing an internship with the organisation of my choice which is very rewarding.”
Wendy Jane Carrell, UK
“The Master’s course was a very important step towards the path of professionalization, which is crucial for anyone who wants to succeed in a highly competitive and multi-faceted field as the one of international co-operation. Through my experience at ASVI-Third Sector I had the chance to relate with lecturers and colleagues with incredibly diverse backgrounds and different managerial experiences that have been an inspiration for developing skills, easily transferable, essential to create an impact in any field.”
Samr Al Aflack, UK
“Master allowed me to follow my dream, to give it life by adding the missing ingredients: a bit of theory, techniques and chilli – I mean, motivation! All this was given to me by the wonderful people I was lucky enough to meet… a group of true dreamers but with very clear and well defined competencies and goals!
The great thing about an ethical career is that every day you feel that you’re not working just for yourself, your family, but also for your friends, the friends of your friends, the friends of your friend’s friends…because you’re trying to make the world a better place, with more rights and more opportunities for everybody!”
Laura Bonomi, Italy
“During the Master I realised that it is not enough to ‘have a dream’: the dream of working in non-profit organisations. It takes plenty of technical knowledge, a lot of strain to work, lots of bravery, the courage to implement new ideas and last but not least to study as much as possible to become an Social Changes Actor. But I was not scared of all these things and here I am at a few months distance from graduating The Europrojectmanager Master and I have the chance to work on a project next to a wonderful group of Social Changes Actors.
ASVI –Third Sector guided me on this track giving me the opportunity to apply the theoretic knowledge in practice at the same time being supervised by the highest trained teachers. By the time I finish The Master the key of success will be by my side.”
Ramona Paraiala, Romenia
“They were months in which many things came to the surface: personal efforts, limits, dreams, not to forget fears and weaknesses.
I was “forced” to divert everything into what turned out to be this past year of my life. I made choices I would never have made, understood the importance of sharing and the idea of being part of a whole.”
Elisa Pellè, Italy
“On the personal level, Third Sector Management uses a method aiming to manage the training process in a constantly civil, respectful and friendly atmosphere, never neglecting the strictness and severity of its role. The professional attitude of the staff, based on interaction, allows the use of distance learning in an absolutely communicative way.
Accepting differences and turning them into resources, acknowledging abilities and nurturing talents even in such a complex process as planning: all these activities allowed me to develop my curiosity, turning the training into a creative process that, apart from being a great personal experience, might have opened new ways on the strictly professional side.”
Alessandra Risso, Italy
“The team of Third Sector Management does things with care and passion, which doesn’t hurt. My experience? Very positive and challenging. The most important thing I learned was to ask myself the right questions and know where to look for the answers. The aspect I appreciated the most was the extreme concreteness without losing touch with the vision and values. The quality of my work has considerably improved in terms of effectiveness and critical thinking skills.”
Roberto Sanlorenzo, Italy
“Third Sector Management allowed me to grow my dream, feeding it with the missing ingredients: some theory, much method and pounds and pounds of enthusiasm, that I got from the beautiful people I had the chance to meet… A group of true dreamers with clear ideas and responsibilities!
The great thing about an ethical job is the everyday feeling of working not just for yourself and your family but also for your friends, your friends’ friends, your friends’ friends’ friends…because you’re trying to make the world a better place with more rights and opportunities for everyone.”
Teresa Zanin, Italy
“Although I have always volunteered, I have no experience in the professional non-profit sector. However, thanks to Third Sector Management’s network, I will soon have the chance to put into practice the things I learned during this interesting training process.”
Marianna Longo, Italy
“In 2003 I attended a Third Sector Management Master’s Degree. It was the turning point of my life. It was indeed at that time and inside the Third Sector Management context that I pondered the big step from for-profit to non-profit. I chose the job I loved the most and for which I really felt well-equipped… I willfully chose to become a social entrepreneur.”
Sonia Sorci, Italy
“The Third Sector Management Master’s Degree is a way to combine work with study, as well as an open door to new horizons and opportunities.
About the network: people always say a Master’s Degree is more a way to make new contacts than to learn new things… Actually it’s both, but the chance of meeting people with my same interest meant so much to me!”
Adriana Buglione, Italy
“I met every kind of people, professionals and recent graduates with a common feature: their firmness in believing that a better world is possible.
Today I feel stronger, I have new skills and enthusiasm and I believe that with the right instruments and abilities, I can fulfil all my dreams.”
Adamo Ciarallo, UK
I found out about Third Sector Management on the internet and then I decided to apply for the Master’s Degree, thinking that Third Sector Management and its e-learning courses could draw me closer to the non-profit world. I have always thought that gaining a cultural and human background, as well as management and normative notions in the non-profit sector is fundamental.
Gaetano Casale, Italy
Fundraising and campaigning are the most powerful instruments of global support to social causes, of responsible social investment and of awareness. You probably know already that the non-profit sector desperately needs fundraisers and that demand is much higher than supply, in spite of the financial crisis.
