Nonprofit Administration Courses
Research designs and methodologies utilized in the investigation of organizations, social problems, and assessment of program outcomes are introduced. Quantitative and qualitative approaches are examined. Students begin preparations for the Summary Research project.
Explores the basic techniques of qualitative and quantitative data analysis. Students continue preparations for their Summary Research project.
Students complete a research or evaluation project based on preparations made in the previous two courses (NA 612 and 614). The project involves data collection and analysis and can be completed for the student's place of work or another nonprofit organization. Students prepare both a written research report and an oral presentation.
Investigates current issues in the effective management of employees and volunteers in nonprofit organizations.
Surveys selected classics in organization theory while examining organizational behavior, structure, processes, development, and change as influenced by the practice of management.
Examines the origins and societal role of private nonprofit organizations, including their historical, social, political, economic, cultural, and ideological importance in the U.S. and beyond.
Considers the principles and practices of marketing and public relations as applied to the needs of nonprofit organizations.
Studies the principles and practices of fundraising and long- term development planning for nonprofit organizations.
Provides an introduction to selected legal issues affecting nonprofit organizations including liability, contracts, procedures related to boards of directors and members, incorporation and bylaws, tax exemption and reporting requirements, political advocacy, and relations with government and private funders.
Introduces students to a broad range of financial management fund accounting, budgeting, cash-flow analysis, expenditure control, long-range financial planning, audits, grants, and contracts as applied to nonprofit organizations.
Investigates the roles and responsibilities of nonprofit governing boards, the function and methodology of strategic planning, and the measurement of organizational effectiveness in nonprofit organizations.
Explores the role of nonprofit organizations in the formation and implementation of public policy in the United States, including the political functions of the nonprofit sector, the implementation of government programs by nonprofit organizations, and the roles of nonprofit advocacy and lobbying in government decision-making.
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