For community volunteers , new and potential board members of nonprofit organizations or staff members who wish to deepen their knowledge of nonprofit management. Students will:

• Explore the unique structure and legal requirements for nonprofit organizations

• Know how to create and leverage a compelling mission statement

• Recognize connections between finances, fundraising and program development;

• Idenify board/staff responsibilities and best practices for managing a nonprofit organization

• Identify current economic, social and political issues that may influence a nonprofit organization’s effectiveness

• Identify ethical issues and challenges that may influence organizational effectiveness