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Non-Profit Management

GES 408 -- 300 hours

Course Objectives

By completing the Non-Profit Management Studies course, students will:
• Examine the fundamental principles of non-profit management, as well as the roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit board of directors and the management team
• Develop the basic practical and managerial skills necessary to successfully plan for operational success
• Understand basic financial and accounting terms, even if they have no financial background
• Know the details of the entire marketing process, including the role of ethics and technology
• Learn the basics of employment law, compliance and regulatory requirements, as well as licensing, permits and taxes
• Examine the foundational and introductory aspects of fundraising, and how to maximize fundraising opportunities
• Develop a successful leadership style
• Learn the fundamentals and basics of the budgeting process
• Gain confidence and improve their communication skills
• Explore the process of negotiating, evaluate negotiation styles and consider successful negotiation strategies for most environments



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