GSM 561 - Non-Profit Management

Institution:

Simmons University

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Description:

This course will examine the major areas of responsibility for those who lead and manage nonprofit organizations. It is designed for students who have limited experience within the nonprofit sector. The course will approach leadership and management issues from historical, legal, societal and business/entrepreneurial perspectives of the skills required to lead a mission-bases, nonprofit organization. There is a strong emphasis on the ethical underpinnings of nonprofit organizations, the examination of multiple leadership styles and impact, and the differences between nonprofit and for profit organizations and how these differences drive decision-making. The initial classes will examine a particular subject area through cases studies, assigned readings and lectures. Students will be required to prepare a study project of one nonprofit organization examined through the lens of one of the major topics covered in the syllabus. Students will submit a report and make a class presentation on the chosen organization and topic. (2 credits)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.simmons.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 521-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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