- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course develops leadership skills that are critical for Executive Directors at small/mid-sized organizations, Program Managers at large organizations, and those beginning nonprofit careers. Participants will examine the role of leadership and approaches to assessing and improving organizational culture, mission/vision, strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, change management, and stakeholder engagement.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
- Retired
- This course has been retired and is no longer offered. Find other Flexible Learning courses that may interest you.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course you should be able to:
- Identify the qualities and characteristics of an effective 'leader'.
- Describe an organization's culture, and develop strategies for a leader to influence that culture.
- Develop a vision/mission statement for a nonprofit organization.
- Outline a strategic planning process and the key elements of strategy for a nonprofit organization.
- Develop a strategy-driven performance measurement framework for a nonprofit organization.
- Outline an approach to lead a healthy change process.
- Prepare a strategy to build an engaged and productive internal team including Board members, staff, volunteers, and founders.
- Prepare a strategy to create strong relationships with clients, donors, funders, partners, and other external stakeholders.
- Evaluate your performance as a leader and develop a personal plan for success.
Effective as of Winter 2006
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.