This course is a how-to guide for anyone who's got a great idea about how to give back to the community-but doesn't know how to turn that idea into a reality. The course begins by considering a fundamental question: Is starting a non-profit the best way to achieve your philanthropic goals? For those who answer "Yes," the course then discusses the key steps in getting a non-profit off the ground, including incorporating your organization; applying for tax-exempt status; drafting a business plan; choosing a board of directors and writing bylaws for the organization; recruiting employees and managing volunteers; and addressing the crucial issue of fundraising. Rich with videos and interactive content, this course provides a detailed and highly practical introduction to the fast-growing world of non-profits.
, Nonprofit Management
3 HR Credits
The success of any non-profit organization can rely on the quality of its leadership. You know a good leader when you see one, but how can you become one? This course begins by examining leadership theories as well as key qualities and ethics within
, Nonprofit Management
3 Business Credits
If you're involved in a non-profit organization, you likely know all too well the importance of budgeting. In this course, you will gain an understanding of the uses and functions of budgets and the relationship between strategic budgeting and tactic
, Nonprofit Management
5 Business Credits
We hear a lot about successful for-profit companies and the successful strategies they have developed. Even though non-profit organizations are not concerned with profit maximization, they too can benefit from following a strategy.
