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 demonstrate an understanding of:

• Characteristics and uniqueness of the nonprofit sector.
• Legal definition (e.g., IRS codes) and requirements related to nonprofit organizations.
• Nonprofit executive leadership and Boards of Directors.
• Managing paid staff and volunteers.
• Strategic planning.
• Fundraising and financial managements.
• Marketing and commercialization.
• Collaborative partnership.
• Performance and accountability.
• Handling external environment.