PADM 405 - Leading Non-Profit Organizations

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Description:

Examines approaches to leading non-profit organizations. In this course, students will explore the key tenets of mission-focused leadership, how non-profit organizations build capacity, organize volunteers, create strategic alliances, develop fundraising strategies, and optimize community as well as board member relationships. Prerequisites: PADM 214 and PADM 317 Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Identify needs and define the role of leaders and leadership in the non-profit organizational context; identify specific needs of non-profit organizations and community based organizations. (2) Explore and articulate key tenets of sustainability of non-profit organizations and requisite leadership skills; will include exploration of community-based organizations and role in support non-profit efforts. (3) Identify the role of volunteers and articulate a mission that includes the volunteer worker. (4) Demonstrate Synthesis: Case study in Non-profit leadership. (5) Demonstrate proficiency in academic writing skills and adherence to APA standards.

Credits:

3.00

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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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