1. University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA • Private
In-State Tuition
$55,584
Enrollment
10,764
Development specialists work either in company human resources departments or as fundraising experts on behalf of their employers. Depending on which role they're fulfilling, they are responsible for training employees or encouraging participation with the company among their peers. Those who work in human resources are categorized as training and development specialists and those who work to raise funds for their employer as fundraising specialists. The former work within human resources to ensure that programs and activities are effectively training and assisting employees. By monitoring and analyzing these programs, development specialists can determine the best types of training to facilitate both employee and company success. Based on their findings, they design, develop and direct employee exercises, discussions, and simulations. They also prepare manuals for employee training.
Fundraising specialists raise money to assist their organizations. They concentrate on applying for grants and cultivating a donor base. Their expertise often lies in networking with potential donors as well as seeking out new ones. They also promote the organization's work or cause through literature and advertisements.
Training and development specialists earn $65,120 per year while fundraising specialists earn $61,610 per year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The BLS also predicts a 9% growth in development specialist roles between the years 2018 and 2028.
