This interdisciplinary program is designed primarily for professionals currently employed in the areas of philanthropy and nonprofit settings. The program is targeted toward the following objectives:
Iowa Communications Network (ICN)
Courses in this program are offered primarily via the ICN. Delivery of ICN programs is limited to the state of Iowa.
WebCT
Courses in this program have an online component utilizing WebCT, a computer conferencing program requiring Internet access and a web browser — no additional software is required. Students may need access to someone who can assist with computer set-up.
UNI campus
Summer sessions in this program may involve some on-campus or central site study.
The course schedule will include a break of at least one month in the summers.
150:262 Leadership & Organizational Behavior, 3 credit hours
Study of contemporary leadership and its impact upon micro and macro organizational issues.
150:286 Studies in Corporate Relations, 1 credit hour
400:254 Psychology, Law & Philanthropy, 2 credit hours
Learn about the psychology underlying giving including topics such as altruism and persuasion. Legal and ethical issues as they relate to philanthropy, including regulation/governance, tax law and standards for professional conduct.
430:285 Readings in Philanthropy & Nonprofit Development, 1 credit hour
430:299 Research, 3 credit hours
43Y:220 Evaluation, Research & Accountability, 3 credit hours
Survey of advanced nonprofit organization research methods. Research in the area selected by student. Preparation and presentation of research proposal or major paper.
43Y:248 Philanthropy & Nonprofit Development: An Overview, 3 credit hours
Introductory course to the Philanthropy and Nonprofit Development program designed to give broad coverage for professionals and an overview of studies in philanthropy and nonprofit development.
43Y:249 Trends & Issues in Philanthropy & Nonprofit Development, 3 credit hours
Provides a forum for students to learn about and explore the latest trends in giving and nonprofit management. Content will reflect emerging practices and conditions in areas including organizational development, non-traditional revenue sources, donor needs, technology and professional practice.
43Y:251 Financial Decision Making for Youth/Human Service Agencies, 3 credit hours
Financial function of the nonprofit agency incorporating technical materials applicable to the decision-making role of the agency.
48P:182g Public Relations Campaign Methods, 3 credit hours
Analysis and production of public relations tools; techniques to gain reaction and support from specialized groups. Planning and preparation of public relations communications materials and use of controlled (public) media to reach target audiences.
620:104g Designing Proposals, 3 credit hours
Examining, writing and designing persuasive documents for professional settings: analyses, reviews and evaluation; problem-analysis-recommendation reports; and proposals.
950:220 Public Policy, Advocacy & Public Funding, 2 credit hours
Your research paper should be completed during the Summer or Fall of 2007.