MNM 8005 - Nonprofit and Government Collaboration

This course examines the history and development of both the public and nonprofit sectors in the United States and the unique interactions and partnerships between the sectors in serving communities. Students examine emerging and historical critical issues in society as well as the operating environment and leadership challenges for public and nonprofit executives. The course provides both an academic and a practical foundation to these fields by drawing on theory, history, concepts, terms, noted authors, movements, and underlying philosophies of serving the public. How each sector influences the other is discussed via public policy and service delivery examples.

Credits: 4