PA 545 - Management of Nonprofit and Nongovernmental Organizations

An overview of management principles and practices, with the common and distinctive elements of nonprofit management compared to that of public and business organizations in the U.S. and to civil society and non-governmental organizations in the global context. Different approaches within nonprofit management are viewed historically and in current practices. Critical nonprofit functions are emphasized, such as nonprofit incorporation and regulation, the nature of governance processes, marketing to multiple stakeholders, variations in the mix of services and funding sources, and the use of volunteers. Ethical relationships and the impact of technology within the nonprofit organization are also examined.
Credits: 3