POLS 4215 - Management of Nonprofit Organizations

Description

This course is designed to explore the theoretical principles and practical applications of management for charities and/or nonprofit organizations. The underlying thesis of this course is that by understanding fundamental principles such as developing effective mission and objectives statements, fundraising, marketing and accounting strategies, nonprofits can become more effective and responsive to their constituency's needs. Thus, students will be provided an opportunity to examine critical issues of management faced by leaders in nonprofit organizations.

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• LO1: Demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics and uniqueness of the nonprofit sector.
• LO2: Demonstrate an understanding of the legal definition (e.g., IRS codes) and requirements related to nonprofit organizations.
• LO3: Demonstrate an understanding of nonprofit executive leadership and Boards of Directors.
• LO4: Demonstrate an understanding of managing paid staff and volunteers.
• LO5: Demonstrate an understanding of strategic planning.
• LO6: Demonstrate an understanding of fundraising and financial managements.
• LO7: Demonstrate an understanding of marketing and commercialization.
• LO8: Demonstrate an understanding of collaborative partnership.
• LO9: Demonstrate an understanding of performance and accountability.
• LO10: Demonstrate an understanding of handling external environment.
• LO11: Demonstrate an understanding of global perspectives and social entrepreneurship.