Curriculum (continued)

Nonprofit Advocacy and Public Policy

This course explores the roles of nonprofit organizations and voluntary action in the public policy process. It highlights key policies that affect the nonprofit sector, nonprofit organizations and philanthropic behavior. It also discusses advocacy strategies and techniques used by nonprofit organizations in shaping public policy including: research, public education, lobbying and litigation.

Nonprofit Finance

Students in this class learn the theory and practice of nonprofit finance, including strategies used to generate revenues from all three of the major sources of funds available to nonprofit organizations: philanthropic gifts and grants, government funding and earned income.

Nonprofit Accounting and Financial Management

This course explores accounting principles as applied in nonprofit organizations. It provides an overview of nonprofit financial statements, financial planning, budgeting, management of cash flow and endowment management.

Nonprofit Human Resources Management

Students in this class learn strategies and practices for managing paid employees and volunteers at nonprofit organizations. It includes recruitment and selection; workforce diversity; motivation; compensation and benefits; and training and development.

Nonprofit Marketing, Communications, and Information Technology

This class teaches marketing communications and information technology principles and techniques used in nonprofit organizations.