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	Non-Profit Management Spring 2008 Contact the Nonprofit Academy, 942-2412. Materials are included. Nonprofit—Communication Skills COMMUNICATION SKILLS #102. Working with staff, volunteers and boards of directors requires strong communication skills. Assess your primary styles of communication and learn to adapt to the needs of everyone. $225 CCGE. CODE# 36519. W, 1 TO 5 P.M. Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 4/21 Nonprofit—Effective Programs DEVELOPING EFFECTIVE PROGRAMS #101. Learn how programs are conceived, designed, implemented, communicated and assessed. Examine theoretical frameworks of program development and analyze case studies of programs developed by various types of nonprofit organizations. $225 CCGE. CODE# 34249. TH, 1 TO 5 P.M. Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 1/28 Nonprofit—Essential Financial Tools ESSENTIAL FINANCIAL TOOLS #101. Basic principles of finance management are applied to accounting, financial statements, budget preparation and IRS issues. An essential course for those without an accounting background who want a basic understanding of accounting requirements. $225 CCGE. CODE# 34247. M, 8 A.M. TO NOON Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 2/4 Nonprofit—Ethics and Legal Aspects ETHICS AND LEGAL ASPECTS #102. Successful nonprofit organizations have strong leaders who act ethically and understand the legal environment in which they operate. This program teaches nonprofit executives the key concepts they need to maneuver in an increasingly complex world. $225 CCGE. CODE# 36518. M, 8 A.M. TO NOON Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 4/7 Nonprofit—Fundraising for Nonprofit FUNDRAISING FOR NONPROFITS #101. Principles and best practices of fundraising are studied, including the fundraising process (organizational readiness, strategic planning and research). The principles that support effective fundraising practices are also reviewed. $225 CCGE. CODE# 34250. F, 1 TO 5 P.M. Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 4/7 Nonprofit—Grant Writing GRANT WRITING #102. Learn to conduct research on foundations and corporations using the Internet and print materials. Polish your written communication skills while crafting letters of inquiry, grant proposals, cover letters and stewardship letters. $225 CCGE. CODE# 36523. F, 8 A.M. TO NOON Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 2/11 Nonprofit—Leadership Management LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT FOR NONPROFITS #101. Develop strategic, operational and marketing plans to accomplish the mission of your nonprofit organization. Explore the characteristics of an effective leader and how to communicate with your many constituencies. $225 CCGE. CODE# 36520. T, 1 TO 5 P.M. Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 2/25 Nonprofit—Marketing MARKETING RESEARCH AND STRATEGY #101. Gain a comprehensive overview of the marketing process and the skills needed to increase the effectiveness of marketing techniques in your nonprofit organization. $225 CCGE. CODE# 34248. W, 1 TO 5 P.M. Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 1/21 Nonprofit—Needs Assessment/Outcomes NEEDS ASSESSMENT TO OUTCOMES MEASURING #102. An organization must prove it is doing a good job by implementing its mission, involving the community, using its resources well and advancing the community. Find ways to assess needs and measure the outcomes. $225 CCGE. CODE# 36522. TH, 1 TO 5 P.M. Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 2/25 Nonprofit—Nonprofit Boards WORKING AND DEVELOPING NONPROFIT BOARDS #102. Explore the realities of day-to-day relationships with board members and learn the tools needed to lead a successful board. This hands-on session outlines a viable board development plan and increases an understanding of individual roles. $225 CCGE. CODE# 36521. T, 1 TO 5 P.M. Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 4/1 [back to top]	Provide Feedback