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Berkeley Board Fellows

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NEW Berkeley Board Fellows Brochure (Download in pdf)

Founded by Haas MBA students in 2003, the Berkeley Board Fellows Program is an exceptional, 9-month (October – May ) experiential learning program that primarily places graduate level Haas MBA as well as Goldman Public Policy and Public Health students as Fellows on local nonprofit boards of directors.The primary goal of the program is to develop students’ governance and leadership skills while contributing their time and talent to select nonprofit organizations. Fellows act as non-voting members of the board.

• Fellows benefit from the opportunity to learn first-hand about the rewards and challenges of board service while developing mentor relationships with members of successful boards
• Nonprofits make connections with future board members, mentor next generation leadership and benefit from students’ skills in marketing, finance, strategic planning, policy analysis and public health.
  

The Board Fellows program is managed by the Center for Nonprofit and Public Leadership in conjunction with the VPs of Nonprofit, Net Impact Club. The Berkeley Board Fellows program provides training, coaching and recognition of the Board Fellows. Students seeking additional preparation for board leadership should consider taking the one-unit course on Nonprofit Boards offered in the fall semester.

For Students, Applications due September

Students may apply for the 2009-10 program year by completing the application. Application will be available soon. If are interested in applying, please read the Berkeley Board Fellows Student Guide. The guide contains important information about the program as well as key dates, training and mentoring resources and tips for success. Note: selected organizations and students are required to attend the Board Fellows Kick-off Event on October 9th (10am-12pm) at the Haas School of Business.

For Nonprofits, Applications due August

If your organization is considering applying, please read the Berkeley Board Fellows Nonprofit Board Guide. The guide contains important information about the program as well as key dates, best practices and tips for success. Note: selected organizations and students are required to attend the Board Fellows Kick-off Event on October 9th (10am-12pm) at the Haas School of Business. The kick-off provides an opportunity for fellows and mentors to meet and participate in an orientation. For more information, you may contact Debbie Ng, Program Developer, dng@haas.berkeley.edu or 510-643-1869.

2008-2009 Berkeley Board Fellows Organizations

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