Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership
Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership
The Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership Program prepares students to approach critical issues in their communities with confidence and helps students explore the endless career possibilities in the nonprofit sector. With more than 1.5 million nonprofit organizations in the United States alone, the scope of nonprofit work in the modern era is extensive. Community development, civil and human rights, health and human services, education, and arts and cultural organizations make up just a portion of the nonprofit sector. No matter what your interest area is, Salem’s Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership program will help you discover which career pathways are right for you. Through experiential learning opportunities in the classroom and in the broader Winston-Salem community, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge you need to be change agents and leaders in the nonprofit arena.
Program Faculty
T. Sharee Fowler
Director, Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership Program and Assistant Professor of Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership
Larry Weston
Professor of Practice in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership
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Overview
Salem’s Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership program was originally established in 1994 with the creation of a minor in Not-for-Profit Management. The major was developed in 2006, making this the first undergraduate program of its kind in North Carolina. The advanced certificate was added in 2009. Today, Salem’s interdisciplinary program in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership offers a diverse set of core courses, as well as four distinct concentrations, to allow students to pursue more individualized pathways. Through this program of study, students will explore the unique role that nonprofit organizations play in cultivating healthy, just communities and be exposed to a variety of learning opportunities that will help them develop the core competencies needed to successfully enter the nonprofit field.
Major/Minor
Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership Major (BA)
The Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership major is an interdisciplinary curriculum that combines study in the social sciences, business, and other disciplines with courses specific to the field of nonprofit leadership and management. The field includes human and social service, advocacy, arts and culture, healthcare, philanthropic, private education, and religious organizations.
The major requires students to complete a total of 15 courses (45 semester hours minimum): a core of 10 course nonprofit courses and 5 courses in a selected concentration (Arts Administration, Fundraising and Resource Development, International Development, and Public Policy and Advocacy). Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership majors must take at least seven of the ten required core courses at Salem. Opportunities are available for majors to experience internships in a variety of local, state, national, and international nonprofit and community-based organizations.
Required Core Courses
NFPM 100. Introduction to Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
NFPM 140. Foundations of Entrepreneurship (3 hrs)
NFPM 245. Organizational and Program Evaluation (3 hrs)
NFPM 250. Fundraising and Resource Development (3 hrs)
NFPM 270. Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership Internship (3 hrs min.)
NFPM 301. Strategic Thinking and Planning (3 hrs)
NFPM 310. Nonprofit Leadership and Governance (3 hrs)
NFPM 395. Senior Project in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
ACCT 120. Principles of Financial Accounting (3 hrs)
Choose one elective from the following courses (not in your concentration):
NFPM 130. Making Change: Public Policy, Advocacy, and Grassroots Organizing (3 hrs)
NFPM 160. International Nongovernmental Organizations (3 hrs)
NFPM 180. Volunteer Management and Engagement (3 hrs)
NFPM 200. Independent Study in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
NFPM 225. Event Planning and Management (3 hrs)
NFPM 230. Program Development and Grant Proposal Writing (3 hrs)
NFPM 235. Strategic Communication and Marketing (3 hrs)
NFPM 280. Topics in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
NFPM 290. Honors Independent Study in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3-4 hrs)
Concentrations
Arts Administration (15 hrs)
ARMN 100. Introduction to Arts Administration (3 hrs)
ARMN 110. The Arts in the Community (3 hrs)
ARMN 120. The Artist as Entrepreneur (3 hrs)
ARMN 210. Introduction to Museum Studies (3 hrs)
or ARMN 215. Performing Arts Management (3 hrs)
Choose one of the following courses:
ARMN 200. Independent Study in Arts Administration (3 hrs)
ARMN 270. Arts Administration Internship (3 hrs)
ARMN 280. Topics in Arts Administration (3 hrs)
ARMN 290. Honors Independent Study in Arts Administration (3-4 hrs)
ARTS, ARTH, DANC, and MUSI courses may be substituted for one of the courses listed above as approved by the program director.
Note: Students who choose the Arts Administration concentration may not minor in Arts Administration.
Fundraising and Resource Development (15 hrs)
NFPM 225. Event Planning and Management (3 hrs) (SL)
or NFPM 235. Strategic Communication and Marketing (3 hrs)
NFPM 230. Program Development and Grant Proposal Writing (3 hrs)
COMM 120. Oral Communication (3 hrs)
ENGL 250. Introduction to Professional Writing (3 hrs)
MKTG 230. Principles of Marketing (3 hrs)
International Development (15 hrs)
NFPM 160. International Nongovernmental Organizations (3 hrs)
POLI 110. Introduction to International Relations (3 hrs)
POLI 130. Research Methods (3 hrs)
POLI 245. International Development and Political Change (3 hrs)
or SOCI 240. Globalization and Global Inequities (3 hrs)
COMM 170. Intercultural Communication (3 hrs)
REST, SOCI, and WMST courses may be substituted for one of the courses listed above as approved by the program director.
Public Policy and Advocacy (15 hrs)
NFPM 130. Making Change: Public Policy, Advocacy, and Grassroots Organizing (3 hrs)
POLI 105. Introduction to Public Policy (3 hrs)
POLI 120. American Government and Politics (3 hrs)
or POLI 230. State and Local Government (3 hrs)
POLI 130. Research Methods (3 hrs)
or SOCI 204. Analysis of Social Issues (3 hrs)
COMM 321. Community Listening and Service (3 hrs)
POLI 250 (Special Topics) may be substituted for one of the courses listed above as approved by the program director.
Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership Minor
The minor in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership is designed to introduce students to the core knowledge and skills needed to successfully work in a variety of nonprofit settings. The minor complements a broad array of majors including: Sociology and Criminal Studies (for work with human service, social service, and community-based organizations); Biology or Chemistry (for work with environmental or healthcare advocacy organizations); History (for work in museums); and Religion (for work in congregations and faith-based community service organizations). The minor in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership requires the completion of 18 semester hours.
Required Courses
NFPM 100. Introduction to Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
NFPM 250. Fundraising and Resource Development (3 hrs)
NFPM 301. Strategic Thinking and Planning (3 hrs)
NFPM 310. Nonprofit Leadership and Governance (3 hrs)
Choose two electives from the following courses:
NFPM 130. Making Change: Public Policy, Advocacy, and Grassroots Organizing (3 hrs)
NFPM 140. Foundations of Entrepreneurship (3 hrs)
NFPM 160. International Nongovernmental Organizations (3 hrs)
NFPM 180. Volunteer Management and Engagement (3 hrs)
NFPM 225. Event Planning and Management (3 hrs)
NFPM 230. Program Development and Grant Proposal Writing (3 hrs)
NFPM 235. Strategic Communication and Marketing (3 hrs)
NFPM 245. Organizational and Program Evaluation (3 hrs)
NFPM 280. Topics in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
Courses
NFPM 100. Introduction to Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs) This course offers an overview of the nonprofit sector, the purpose and role of nonprofit organizations in society, and the factors that differentiate the nonprofit sector from business and government. Students will explore the unique culture of the nonprofit sector, as well as primary leadership and management practices that impact the daily operations of nonprofit organizations.
NFPM 130. Making Change: Public Policy, Advocacy, and Grassroots Organizing (3 hrs) This course explores community organizing and advocacy as vehicles for effecting positive social change. Students will learn and practice key community organizing principles, explore strategies for impacting public policy, and strengthen their leadership skills. Cross-listed as SOCI 130. (SL)
NFPM 140. Foundations of Entrepreneurship (3 hrs) This course introduces students to entrepreneurial concepts, topics and terminology including the creation of enduring change in economic and social systems. The course will present contemporary trends in for-profit, not-for-profit, and low-profit entrepreneurial models and will expose students to real-world startup ventures in each. Students will develop and understanding of the entrepreneurial thought process and skills of entrepreneurs as they learn about opportunity recognition; industry, competitor, and market analysis; planning and structuring an entrepreneurial venture; and financial issues including financial sustainability of social venture. Cross-listed with ENTR 120.
NFPM 160. International Nongovernmental Organizations (3 hrs) This course provides an introduction to the various types of international nonprofit organizations (NGOs), the different contexts in which they operate, and their strategies, services, and activities. Students will explore the historical development of NGOs and the major issues and challenges involved in NGO management, with an emphasis on their relationships with other sectors. Prerequisite: NFPM 100.
NFPM 180. Volunteer Management and Engagement (3 hrs) This course is designed to introduce students to the principles and practices of volunteer management in the nonprofit sector. Students will explore in depth the various phases of the volunteer engagement cycle, volunteer program evaluation strategies, and issues and challenges related to volunteer management. Through experiential activities in the classroom and the community, this course prepares students to serve as successful volunteer program leaders and managers in nonprofit organizations, as well as help them become more engaged and effective volunteers themselves. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or permission of instructor. (SL)
NFPM 200. Independent Study in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (1-4 hrs) Independent study under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Open to students with a 2.0 cumulative average. Independent study may take the form of readings, research, conferences, project and/or field experience. Independent study may be taken for a total of six semester hours, but no more than three semester hours per term. Prerequisite: Permission of director.
NFPM 225: Event Planning and Management (3 hrs) This course explores various approaches used in planning and managing successful events, with a particular emphasis on nonprofit fundraisers, conferences, and community-related events. Topics include: planning techniques; goal-setting and evaluation; communications and marketing; budgeting; and risk management. Prerequisite: NFPM majors are strongly encouraged to take NFPM 100 prior to taking this course.
NFPM 230: Program Development and Grant Proposal Writing (3 hrs) This course offers an in-depth exploration of the art and science of grant proposal writing. Topics include: the program development process; proven techniques for conceptualizing, organizing, drafting, and refining proposals; and relationship cultivation with potential funders. Prerequisite: NFPM majors are strongly encouraged to take NFPM 250 prior to taking this course. (SL)
NFPM 235: Strategic Communication and Marketing (3 hrs) This course introduces students to values-driven strategic communication and marketing approaches that nonprofit as well as for-profit organizations can use to more effectively reach their target audiences. Students also will learn how to leverage the digital media landscape and use analytics to maximize an organization’s communication strategies. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or MKTG 230, or permission of instructor.
NFPM 245: Organizational and Program Evaluation (3 hrs) This course explores the important role that evaluation plays in helping nonprofit organizations demonstrate their impact and success. Topics include: approaches to measuring results on a programmatic, organizational, and community level; building organizational capacity for assessing and communicating results; and the application of evaluation principles in continuous improvement. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or permission of instructor.
NFPM 250. Fundraising and Resource Development (3 hrs) This course explores the essential elements of effective fundraising and resource development for nonprofit organizations. Topics include: creation of cases for support; fundraising; plan development; donor research; processes for donor engagement; planned giving and capital campaigns; and an introduction to special events planning and grant writing. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or permission of instructor.
NFPM 270. Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership Internship (1-4 hrs) Opportunity to develop and enhance management skills in the environment of a nonprofit organization. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors; admission by application only.
NFPM 280. Topics in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (1-4 hrs) In-depth study of an issue (or issues) of special current importance in the field of nonprofit management and community leadership (e.g., Lobbying and Advocacy, Public Policy, Governance).
NFPM 290. Honors Independent Study in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3-4 hrs) Advanced independent study under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Normally open to juniors and seniors with a 3.5 average in the Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership program, subject to the approval of the program director. Honors Independent Study may be taken for a total of six semester hours, but no more than three semester hours per term.
NFPM 301. Strategic Thinking and Planning (3 hrs) This course examines strategic thinking and planning processes that cultivate and sustain dynamic and effective nonprofit organizations. Students will explore scenario planning, problem solving through strategic thinking, and various tools and techniques that support the development and successful implementation of strong strategic plans. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or permission of instructor.
NFPM 310. Nonprofit Leadership and Governance (3 hrs) This course offers an advanced study of best practices related to leadership and governance in nonprofit organizations. Topics include: roles and responsibilities of boards and executive leadership; legal and ethical issues; human resources management; appropriate public policy and advocacy activities; and career development in the nonprofit sector. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or permission of instructor.
NFPM 395. Senior Project in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs) Students will complete a significant project demonstrating preparedness for professional work in the discipline. The project may be production of an event, a practical plan or evaluation for an organization (e.g., a funding plan, a program evaluation, or an organizational assessment), or a major research paper on an aspect of nonprofit management and community leadership.
Salem’s Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership program was originally established in 1994 with the creation of a minor in Not-for-Profit Management. The major was developed in 2006, making this the first undergraduate program of its kind in North Carolina. The advanced certificate was added in 2009. Today, Salem’s interdisciplinary program in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership offers a diverse set of core courses, as well as four distinct concentrations, to allow students to pursue more individualized pathways. Through this program of study, students will explore the unique role that nonprofit organizations play in cultivating healthy, just communities and be exposed to a variety of learning opportunities that will help them develop the core competencies needed to successfully enter the nonprofit field.
Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership Major (BA)
The Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership major is an interdisciplinary curriculum that combines study in the social sciences, business, and other disciplines with courses specific to the field of nonprofit leadership and management. The field includes human and social service, advocacy, arts and culture, healthcare, philanthropic, private education, and religious organizations.
The major requires students to complete a total of 15 courses (45 semester hours minimum): a core of 10 course nonprofit courses and 5 courses in a selected concentration (Arts Administration, Fundraising and Resource Development, International Development, and Public Policy and Advocacy). Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership majors must take at least seven of the ten required core courses at Salem. Opportunities are available for majors to experience internships in a variety of local, state, national, and international nonprofit and community-based organizations.
Required Core Courses
NFPM 100. Introduction to Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
NFPM 140. Foundations of Entrepreneurship (3 hrs)
NFPM 245. Organizational and Program Evaluation (3 hrs)
NFPM 250. Fundraising and Resource Development (3 hrs)
NFPM 270. Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership Internship (3 hrs min.)
NFPM 301. Strategic Thinking and Planning (3 hrs)
NFPM 310. Nonprofit Leadership and Governance (3 hrs)
NFPM 395. Senior Project in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
ACCT 120. Principles of Financial Accounting (3 hrs)
Choose one elective from the following courses (not in your concentration):
NFPM 130. Making Change: Public Policy, Advocacy, and Grassroots Organizing (3 hrs)
NFPM 160. International Nongovernmental Organizations (3 hrs)
NFPM 180. Volunteer Management and Engagement (3 hrs)
NFPM 200. Independent Study in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
NFPM 225. Event Planning and Management (3 hrs)
NFPM 230. Program Development and Grant Proposal Writing (3 hrs)
NFPM 235. Strategic Communication and Marketing (3 hrs)
NFPM 280. Topics in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
NFPM 290. Honors Independent Study in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3-4 hrs)
Concentrations
Arts Administration (15 hrs)
ARMN 100. Introduction to Arts Administration (3 hrs)
ARMN 110. The Arts in the Community (3 hrs)
ARMN 120. The Artist as Entrepreneur (3 hrs)
ARMN 210. Introduction to Museum Studies (3 hrs)
or ARMN 215. Performing Arts Management (3 hrs)
Choose one of the following courses:
ARMN 200. Independent Study in Arts Administration (3 hrs)
ARMN 270. Arts Administration Internship (3 hrs)
ARMN 280. Topics in Arts Administration (3 hrs)
ARMN 290. Honors Independent Study in Arts Administration (3-4 hrs)
ARTS, ARTH, DANC, and MUSI courses may be substituted for one of the courses listed above as approved by the program director.
Note: Students who choose the Arts Administration concentration may not minor in Arts Administration.
Fundraising and Resource Development (15 hrs)
NFPM 225. Event Planning and Management (3 hrs) (SL)
or NFPM 235. Strategic Communication and Marketing (3 hrs)
NFPM 230. Program Development and Grant Proposal Writing (3 hrs)
COMM 120. Oral Communication (3 hrs)
ENGL 250. Introduction to Professional Writing (3 hrs)
MKTG 230. Principles of Marketing (3 hrs)
International Development (15 hrs)
NFPM 160. International Nongovernmental Organizations (3 hrs)
POLI 110. Introduction to International Relations (3 hrs)
POLI 130. Research Methods (3 hrs)
POLI 245. International Development and Political Change (3 hrs)
or SOCI 240. Globalization and Global Inequities (3 hrs)
COMM 170. Intercultural Communication (3 hrs)
REST, SOCI, and WMST courses may be substituted for one of the courses listed above as approved by the program director.
Public Policy and Advocacy (15 hrs)
NFPM 130. Making Change: Public Policy, Advocacy, and Grassroots Organizing (3 hrs)
POLI 105. Introduction to Public Policy (3 hrs)
POLI 120. American Government and Politics (3 hrs)
or POLI 230. State and Local Government (3 hrs)
POLI 130. Research Methods (3 hrs)
or SOCI 204. Analysis of Social Issues (3 hrs)
COMM 321. Community Listening and Service (3 hrs)
POLI 250 (Special Topics) may be substituted for one of the courses listed above as approved by the program director.
Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership Minor
The minor in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership is designed to introduce students to the core knowledge and skills needed to successfully work in a variety of nonprofit settings. The minor complements a broad array of majors including: Sociology and Criminal Studies (for work with human service, social service, and community-based organizations); Biology or Chemistry (for work with environmental or healthcare advocacy organizations); History (for work in museums); and Religion (for work in congregations and faith-based community service organizations). The minor in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership requires the completion of 18 semester hours.
Required Courses
NFPM 100. Introduction to Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
NFPM 250. Fundraising and Resource Development (3 hrs)
NFPM 301. Strategic Thinking and Planning (3 hrs)
NFPM 310. Nonprofit Leadership and Governance (3 hrs)
Choose two electives from the following courses:
NFPM 130. Making Change: Public Policy, Advocacy, and Grassroots Organizing (3 hrs)
NFPM 140. Foundations of Entrepreneurship (3 hrs)
NFPM 160. International Nongovernmental Organizations (3 hrs)
NFPM 180. Volunteer Management and Engagement (3 hrs)
NFPM 225. Event Planning and Management (3 hrs)
NFPM 230. Program Development and Grant Proposal Writing (3 hrs)
NFPM 235. Strategic Communication and Marketing (3 hrs)
NFPM 245. Organizational and Program Evaluation (3 hrs)
NFPM 280. Topics in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs)
NFPM 100. Introduction to Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs) This course offers an overview of the nonprofit sector, the purpose and role of nonprofit organizations in society, and the factors that differentiate the nonprofit sector from business and government. Students will explore the unique culture of the nonprofit sector, as well as primary leadership and management practices that impact the daily operations of nonprofit organizations.
NFPM 130. Making Change: Public Policy, Advocacy, and Grassroots Organizing (3 hrs) This course explores community organizing and advocacy as vehicles for effecting positive social change. Students will learn and practice key community organizing principles, explore strategies for impacting public policy, and strengthen their leadership skills. Cross-listed as SOCI 130. (SL)
NFPM 140. Foundations of Entrepreneurship (3 hrs) This course introduces students to entrepreneurial concepts, topics and terminology including the creation of enduring change in economic and social systems. The course will present contemporary trends in for-profit, not-for-profit, and low-profit entrepreneurial models and will expose students to real-world startup ventures in each. Students will develop and understanding of the entrepreneurial thought process and skills of entrepreneurs as they learn about opportunity recognition; industry, competitor, and market analysis; planning and structuring an entrepreneurial venture; and financial issues including financial sustainability of social venture. Cross-listed with ENTR 120.
NFPM 160. International Nongovernmental Organizations (3 hrs) This course provides an introduction to the various types of international nonprofit organizations (NGOs), the different contexts in which they operate, and their strategies, services, and activities. Students will explore the historical development of NGOs and the major issues and challenges involved in NGO management, with an emphasis on their relationships with other sectors. Prerequisite: NFPM 100.
NFPM 180. Volunteer Management and Engagement (3 hrs) This course is designed to introduce students to the principles and practices of volunteer management in the nonprofit sector. Students will explore in depth the various phases of the volunteer engagement cycle, volunteer program evaluation strategies, and issues and challenges related to volunteer management. Through experiential activities in the classroom and the community, this course prepares students to serve as successful volunteer program leaders and managers in nonprofit organizations, as well as help them become more engaged and effective volunteers themselves. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or permission of instructor. (SL)
NFPM 200. Independent Study in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (1-4 hrs) Independent study under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Open to students with a 2.0 cumulative average. Independent study may take the form of readings, research, conferences, project and/or field experience. Independent study may be taken for a total of six semester hours, but no more than three semester hours per term. Prerequisite: Permission of director.
NFPM 225: Event Planning and Management (3 hrs) This course explores various approaches used in planning and managing successful events, with a particular emphasis on nonprofit fundraisers, conferences, and community-related events. Topics include: planning techniques; goal-setting and evaluation; communications and marketing; budgeting; and risk management. Prerequisite: NFPM majors are strongly encouraged to take NFPM 100 prior to taking this course.
NFPM 230: Program Development and Grant Proposal Writing (3 hrs) This course offers an in-depth exploration of the art and science of grant proposal writing. Topics include: the program development process; proven techniques for conceptualizing, organizing, drafting, and refining proposals; and relationship cultivation with potential funders. Prerequisite: NFPM majors are strongly encouraged to take NFPM 250 prior to taking this course. (SL)
NFPM 235: Strategic Communication and Marketing (3 hrs) This course introduces students to values-driven strategic communication and marketing approaches that nonprofit as well as for-profit organizations can use to more effectively reach their target audiences. Students also will learn how to leverage the digital media landscape and use analytics to maximize an organization’s communication strategies. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or MKTG 230, or permission of instructor.
NFPM 245: Organizational and Program Evaluation (3 hrs) This course explores the important role that evaluation plays in helping nonprofit organizations demonstrate their impact and success. Topics include: approaches to measuring results on a programmatic, organizational, and community level; building organizational capacity for assessing and communicating results; and the application of evaluation principles in continuous improvement. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or permission of instructor.
NFPM 250. Fundraising and Resource Development (3 hrs) This course explores the essential elements of effective fundraising and resource development for nonprofit organizations. Topics include: creation of cases for support; fundraising; plan development; donor research; processes for donor engagement; planned giving and capital campaigns; and an introduction to special events planning and grant writing. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or permission of instructor.
NFPM 270. Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership Internship (1-4 hrs) Opportunity to develop and enhance management skills in the environment of a nonprofit organization. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors; admission by application only.
NFPM 280. Topics in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (1-4 hrs) In-depth study of an issue (or issues) of special current importance in the field of nonprofit management and community leadership (e.g., Lobbying and Advocacy, Public Policy, Governance).
NFPM 290. Honors Independent Study in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3-4 hrs) Advanced independent study under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Normally open to juniors and seniors with a 3.5 average in the Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership program, subject to the approval of the program director. Honors Independent Study may be taken for a total of six semester hours, but no more than three semester hours per term.
NFPM 301. Strategic Thinking and Planning (3 hrs) This course examines strategic thinking and planning processes that cultivate and sustain dynamic and effective nonprofit organizations. Students will explore scenario planning, problem solving through strategic thinking, and various tools and techniques that support the development and successful implementation of strong strategic plans. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or permission of instructor.
NFPM 310. Nonprofit Leadership and Governance (3 hrs) This course offers an advanced study of best practices related to leadership and governance in nonprofit organizations. Topics include: roles and responsibilities of boards and executive leadership; legal and ethical issues; human resources management; appropriate public policy and advocacy activities; and career development in the nonprofit sector. Prerequisite: NFPM 100 or permission of instructor.
NFPM 395. Senior Project in Nonprofit Management and Community Leadership (3 hrs) Students will complete a significant project demonstrating preparedness for professional work in the discipline. The project may be production of an event, a practical plan or evaluation for an organization (e.g., a funding plan, a program evaluation, or an organizational assessment), or a major research paper on an aspect of nonprofit management and community leadership.