PADM 206 - Non-Profit Organizations

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Description:

This course is an introduction to leadership in nonprofit organizations (NPO). Topics include the theoretical, historical and legal foundations of NPOs, governance, fundraising, accountability, personnel and ethics. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Describe the historical, legal, ethical and social basis of NPOs (2) Differentiate between and describe the roles of governance bodies and management in planning, communication, leadership and control (3) Explain the methods of funding and marketing NPO's (4) Describe the theories of organizational design and implementation (5) Describe the internal control activities, such as human resources and finance, in an NPO (6) Describe the uses and methods of program evaluation (7) Explain the ethical considerations for NPO leadership (8) Research, analyze and present issues, policies and solutions related to NPOs

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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