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NPMN 600 Nonprofit and Association Organizations and Issues (3) (Formerly ADMN 656)
A presentation of a framework outlining the roles and functions of the principal types of nonprofit organizations. Major characteristics are introduced that distinguish nonprofit organizations from their counterparts in the private and public sectors. The challenges, opportunities, and common issues facing managers of nonprofit organizations are explored. These issues include administrative cost control, preserving the organization’s legal status and revenue base, staffing and organizing in response to client needs, and ethical considerations. Specific laws, regulations, policies, and court rulings that affect the nonprofit sector are examined.
NPMN 610 Nonprofit and Association Law and Governance (3) (Formerly ADMN 657)
A study of current ideas and approaches related to nonprofit law, governance and mission. Distinctions between nonprofit, educational, charitable, social action, membership, cultural, scientific, environmental, and trade associations as they relate to incorporation, legal standing, tax-exempt status, and governance are made. Integral to study is a discussion of nonprofit governance and trustee issues. Subsidiary issues such as lobbying and advocacy, nonprofit liability, personnel, and unrelated business income tax are analyzed. Special attention is paid to the relationship of governance and ethics in nonprofit management.
NPMN 620 Nonprofit and Association Financial Management (3) (Formerly ADMN 654)
A detailed study of theories and practices of not-for-profit financial management and decision making, including budgeting, reporting requirements, nonprofit accounting, and financial standards. The role of financial management in maintaining the fiscal health and legal status of the nonprofit organization is the primary focus. Emphasis is on budgeting, fund accounting, cash flow analysis, expenditure control, long-range financial planning, audits, and grant and contract management. Special attention is paid to compliance with nonprofit accounting and financial management principles with reference to maintaining public access and ethical standards.
NPMN 640 Marketing, Development, and Public Relations in Nonprofit Organizations and Associations (3) (Formerly ADMN 658)
A study of the principles and practices required to develop and promote the products, services, positions, and image of nonprofit organizations. Fundraising and membership recruitment issues provide a central focus. Topics include the design of a marketing strategy and marketing mix, pricing issues, alternative revenue-generating mechanisms, and customer service. Use of the media, advertising and promotion methods, and relationships with business, government, and the community are explored. The integration of sponsors, members, and chapters in the total marketing effort is examined.
NPMN 650 Fundamentals of Association Management (3)
A study of the unique and important niche of associations within the nonprofit sector. Analysis covers the history of associations, political groups, trade lobbying groups, and foundations in relation to their varying missions, internal capacity, shifting environments, and legal status. Associations also are assessed in terms of their wider environment, including the extent of their labor force and command of capital resources. As associations frequently provide information to the wider public and attempt to influence legislation as a way of fulfilling their mission, their wider influence on U.S. economy and polity is discussed.
NPMN 655 Outcome and Process Evaluation Management (3)
A detailed study of the role that assessments and evaluations play in the management of nonprofit organizations. Analysis covers the role that state granting authorities and foundations play in institutionalizing program process and affecting evaluations within the management structure of nonprofit organizations. Distinctions are made between process and impact assessments and between programs and projects. Different evaluation techniques (such as surveys, Delphi studies, and grounded theory, as well as empirical methods like sampling) are studied in relation to stated program expectations, goals, and mission. Important evaluation concepts such as indicator and measure are discussed in detail.
NPMN 660 Strategic Management in Nonprofit Organizations and Associations (3) (Formerly NPMN 670)
A study of the integration and application of strategic management principles, concepts, and practices in nonprofit organizations. The development of mission statements, goal-setting concepts, and strategy formulation and implementation approaches are included. The opportunity to design organizational plans and strategies relevant to the specific needs of organizations is provided.