Explore the fundamentals of nonprofit management over 10 weeks in this online (Zoom) course. Led by seasoned nonprofit professionals, you'll delve into nine key components of nonprofit organizations. Through real-life examples, case studies, and interactive learning, you'll develop foundational skills and gain insights into the nonprofit sector.
Topics are:
Instructor | Session | Date |
---|---|---|
Eleanor Smith | Intro to Nonprofits | 9/11 |
Eleanor Smith | Program Development | 9/18 |
Beth Schecter | Boards and Governance | 9/25 |
Melissa Perez | Fundraising Overview | 10/2 |
Judy Kunofsky | Grantwriting | 10/9 |
Marty Low | Nonprofit Finance & Accounting | 10/16 |
Lorianne Lee | Human Resources | 10/23 |
Tim Mooney | Legal Issues | 10/30 |
Corey Newhouse | Program Evaluation | 11/6 |
Eleanor Smith | Leadership Essentials | 11/13 |
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will:
- Increase your confidence about critical nonprofit management trends and important challenges.
- Acquire foundational knowledge and basic skills in nine aspects of nonprofit management.
- Receive practical advice and real-world insights from experienced nonprofit professionals.
- Understand sector-specific vocabulary.
- Be able to explore further specific topics in the many recommended resources instructors provide.
Course Requirements and Certificate
- No prerequisites, assignments, quizzes, or exams.
- To receive a certificate, you must participate in at least eight of the ten required live online sessions (Weeks 1-10).
- No credit/certificate if more than two sessions are missed.
- You may miss one session without a makeup assignment.
- For the second missed session, complete a short assignment by reviewing the class recording and answering questions.
- You must also complete short mid-course and end-course surveys. All sessions are recorded for on-demand review.
Please let Eleanor know in advance, if possible, if you will miss a session. If you miss two sessions without making up one, you will NOT receive credit or your certificate.
Career Applicability
Students will gain understanding of the nonprofit sector as a whole, along with the key elements involved in managing and working in a nonprofit. From instructors and other students, students will gain a broader perspective of the array of skills sets and the numerous associated occupations in the sector. For those transitioning from the for-profit or public sector, opportunities to practice transferring existing skills will be offered. Substantial resources will be provided for students seeking further learning in any of the subjects covered.