Center for Nonprofit and Public Leadership

Berkeley Board Fellows Program

Founded by Haas MBA students in 2003, Berkeley Board Fellows is an experiential learning program that places Haas MBA as well as Goldman Public Policy and Public Health graduate students as non-voting members on Bay Area nonprofit boards of directors (October – May). Fellows have the opportunity to attend board meetings, serve on subcommittees, and complete a project that leverages the Fellow’s expertise to address a strategic need of the board. The goal of the program is to develop students’ governance and leadership skills, while they contribute their time and talent to select nonprofit organizations. Berkeley Board Fellows brochure (pdf)

Benefits for Nonprofit Boards

Gain new skills and a fresh perspective from young board members
Leverage MBA/graduate student skills on a strategic project
Mentor the next generation of board leaders
Receive professional training from Berkeley-Haas faculty
Integrate Fellows into the board and one committee
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Benefits for Board Fellows

Work at the highest level of an organization
Receive training and coaching from experienced board members
Develop valuable leadership skills while learning about governance
Make an impact on your local community
Count service hours towards the MBA Community Fellow Program

Apply and Participate

Application timeline for the 2013-14 program year:
8-2-13 Nonprofit Applications due (Click here to apply)
9-13-13 Student Applications due
9-27-13 Matches of organizations and fellows announced
10-24-13(TBD) Program Kick-off Meeting @ Berkeley-Haas

3 Reasons to Join Berkeley Board Fellows
David Reimer, Haas Executive-in-Residence

Matching Process

Nonprofits and students are selected to participate in the Berkeley Board Fellows program through a competitive application process. Once accepted, the Center for Nonprofit and Public Leadership matches nonprofits and Fellows to align each student’s professional skills, industry experience, and personal interests with that of the nonprofit organization and its specific board-related project. If you have questions about the application process, please email us at socialimpact@haas.berkeley.edu. We are currently looking for Berkeley-Haas Alumni with nonprofit board experience to share their expertise and guidance with current Board Fellows. Please contact us if you are interested.

Program Resources

Click here for program resources including: best practices guides for Board Fellows and Mentors, online resources, articles, and more.

Past Projects and Photos

Click here to see past projects, photos, and partner nonprofit organizations.

Board Fellows Brochure

Board Fellows Coaches 2012-2013

Questions

For additional information, please email socialimpact@haas.berkeley.edu