The question is: can traditional business techniques be used effectively by nonprofits? The answer is: by all means!
More Mission For Your Money
The question is: can traditional business techniques be used effectively by nonprofits? The answer is: by all means!
This course focuses on the importance of “mission-based management,” i.e., using sound, proven business techniques to do more mission. Good cash management procedures, effective marketing approaches, sound human resource practices — all add significantly to a nonprofit’s ability to “manage for mission.”
Learning Objectives
This course will enable you:
- To learn how to get more out of existing resources by using standard business techniques
- To learn the business practices of a successful nonprofit organization
- To learn the key components of effective staff management in today’s challenging environment
Course Materials
- Video Presentation (approx. 90 minutes | view sample)
- Participant Guide (30-40 pages)
- Related Readings
The Participant Guide contains: course objectives, an outline of the course, learning activates related to the course, glossary of terms, supplemental materials, biographical information, contact information, featured organizations from the case studies, Q & A with faculty, bibliography, Organizational Assessment Tool, and Action Plan Template.
Course materials are designed with working professionals in mind. The entire course can be completed independently and at your own pace. All course materials are available online, and can be accessed for 1 full year from the date of purchase.
Certificate of Excellence
This course is 1 of 8 required to earn the Certificate of Excellence in Nonprofit Leadership and Management. The certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of all 8 courses, and is awarded by the Society for Nonprofits.
You must successfully complete all 8 courses in the Certificate Series and all related assignments in order to earn the Certificate of Excellence.