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3.00 Credits
As the governing body of any nonprofit organization the Board of Directors is responsible for the running of the institution and every aspect of its well being. This course will examine the duties and responsibilities of the Board and how the senior staff can help them to understand and discharge those duties. We will review sample nonprofit organizations and their board structure and will investigate and promote best practices of organizations which have been cited as leaders in the area of board effectiveness. In building and developing the board, we will explore techniques that can help ensure the right members can be identified and cultivated to serve. Students will be provided with tools and skills to help in their understanding of how senior staff can effectively assist in building a strong, active and committed board of directors. We will also consider how best to ensure that the board of directors is prepared to perpetuate itself. This area of board development is vital to an organization's ability to grow and prosper.
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3.00 Credits
This course for professionals currently employed in animal care and control and the sheltering field will introduce the students to current, practical informaton and theoretical issues related to animal care. Topics include, but are not limited to: Animal Advocacy and Corporate Change, Animals and Public Policy, Spay and Neuter Issues in Communities and Wildlife in Shelters.
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide an overview of the nonprofit sector and will examine the various elements and organizations that comprise that group of institutions, along with understanding the reach and breadth of the nonprofit community. Students will learn about the history of the sector and delve into the differences and similarities between nonprofits representing areas including health and human service, arts and culture, education, religion, civic and community groups, funding organizations.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the key financial management principles and skills that are relevant for nonprofit organizations. The class will include discussions on and exercises in a variety of topics, including: preparing and analyzing financial statements; budget development and management; managing endowments and grants; cash flow analysis; financial planning and forecasting; tax issues for nonprofit organizations, and preparing for an audit review.
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3.00 Credits
This course will cover the basics of fundraising for nonprofit organizations. The class will include: how to establish and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy; how to establish positive relationships with current and potential donors; different approaches for fundraising from individual and institutional donors; the roles played by nonprofit boards, staff and volunteers in the fundraising efforts, and best practices in nonprofit fundraising.
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3.00 Credits
In this course students will consider the strategic importance of employees in helping an organization fulfill its mission and goals. They will learn about best practices in recruitment and hiring, placement and orientation, staff development, environmental health and safety, labor relations, employee recognition, and compensation and benefits. The importance of understanding HR policy, employment agreements, fair employment practices, documentation, and labor law will be stressed. The course will adopt the perspective of the HR generalist who must also learn where to go when additional expertise is needed.
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3.00 Credits
Nonprofit organizations operate in a dynamic environment in which many other agencies compete for resources while serving the same constituency by providing a variety of services. Skilled leaders know how to assess an organization's current level of performance, and then move the organization toward even greater effectiveness. This course will teach leaders to think strategically in such a context as they plan for the organization's future success. They will learn how to develop operational plans that maximize the organization’s impact on its target constituency in its community. Emphasis will be placed on strategy formulation as a participatory process that engages those who will execute an organization's strategy by having them help shape it.
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3.00 Credits
The use of strategies and tactics to generate public awareness, change public policy, or otherwise influence attitudes and conduct is fundamental to humane work. Public relations communications concepts and marketing techniques will be examined with respect to building relationships with the media and external constituencies. Students will examine nonprofit public relations and marketing communications particular to animal shelters. Emphasis is on practical application of public relations concepts and marketing strategies. The course relies in part on case studies and tactics that aid in developing a marketing and PR plan for the nonprofit organization. FALL.
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3.00 Credits
As the governing body of any nonprofit organization the Board of Directors is responsible for the running of the institution and every aspect of its well being. This course will examine the duties and responsibilities of the Board and how the senior staff can help them to understand and discharge those duties. We will review sample nonprofit organizations and their board structure and will investigate and promote best practices of organizations which have been cited as leaders in the area of board effectiveness. In building and developing the board, we will explore techniques that can help ensure the right members can be identified and cultivated to serve. Students will be provided with tools and skills to help in their understanding of how senior staff can effectively assist in building a strong, active and committed board of directors. We will also consider how best to ensure that the board of directors is prepared to perpetuate itself. This area of board development is vital to an organization's ability to grow and prosper.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a study of the theory and practice of executive and personal protection. Developing sound judgment in responding to threats and unexpected situations in conjunction with a thorough understanding of the laws surrounding this aspect of security is crucial in today's business environment. Students learn how to develop and implement a working model that can be incorporated into an organizations's security program. The course addresses strategies for information gathering, assessment and evaluation, and appropriate communication. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: conduct a thorough risk assessment, develop and present a plan that meets the security needs of the organization and its executives, implement a plan that is legal, professional and efficient.
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