NP 1110. Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations (3)
The course is designed to provide a historical and current overview of America's "third" sector (the not-for-profit sector), help students identify and explore social welfare issues, and understand the role of nonprofit organizations in a democratic society. A service- learning project will allow students to apply theories to a real-world situation and reflect on their work and issues that arise during the project.

NP 1970. Nonprofit Practicum (1)
A supervised, 50-hour volunteer placement with a nonprofit youth and human service agency. The practicum experience provides an ideal opportunity for students to gain skill and knowledge in areas not possible through other coursework and co-curricular activities.
Reflection activities enable the student to process the experience and connect fieldwork with curricular concepts and themes.

NP 3000. Administration of Nonprofit Organizations(3)
A comprehensive analysis of the role and function of a human service agency professional in the management process of a human service agency. Management, administration and supervision skills and techniques are assessed for human service agency operations in the area of planning, staffing, personnel selection and policies, volunteer committees, executive board, community relationships and fundraising.

NP 3020. Marketing for Nonprofit Organizations (3)
A study of the fundamentals of marketing in a nonprofit setting through readings, class lectures and discussion, and a service-learning project. Students learn essential elements of effective organizational marketing; these fundamentals are then applied in a real life setting as teams of students develop a marketing plan for a nonprofit. Educational outcomes include the development of marketing goals and position statements, the conducting of a marketing audit, development of marketing and promotions plans, and the design of market research plans.

NP 3050. Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations (3)
An introduction to the principles of philanthropy and fundraising which apply to the management of a nonprofit agency. Knowledge of the sources of philanthropic gifts, causes that receive support, motivations that influence giving, the elements of a case for support, the essentials of strategic planning and the construction of budgets and related fundraising targets. Emphasis is placed upon the human behavior aspects of philanthropy and volunteerism.

NP3060. Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations (3)
Understanding the basic concepts of funding streams, budgeting and
financial statement analysis is essential to building and maintaining a strong organization. This course examines the principles and practices of financial and managerial accounting in nonprofit organizations. It is designed to teach students how to use financial information in the management of nonprofit organizations.

NP 3070. Community Engagement (3)
A study of communities and the role of nonprofit organizations and
individuals in those communities. This course explores how leadership
for service can improve the quality of life and economic vitality of
communities. Case studies and service project are utilized to explore
collaborations and partnerships, public policy and advocacy, social and
civic responsibility, nonprofit partnerships and collaborative ventures
and their potential needs as well as meeting the needs of individuals
and groups through organization and planning.

NP 3090. Volunteer Management and Program Planning of Nonprofit Organizations (3)
Designed to introduce theories, research and practices for designing and implementing nonprofit organizational programs and activities, and
managing volunteers who lead, manage and fund them, the course provides students with basic skills and knowledge needed to assume roles as volunteer program leaders and managers. The course also explores the motivations and behaviors of volunteers and nonprofit personnel. Additionally service-learning projects enable students to apply theoretical concepts in the field and reflect on their implications on professional practice.

NP3300S. Nonprofit Sector Special Topic (3)
Workshops featuring nonprofit executives addressing variable topics in
nonprofit management and leadership. Forum exchange opportunity for students and professionals. May be repeated for credit.

NP 4970—Professional Field Experience (3)
A supervised, 300- hour internship with a nonprofit youth and human
service agency. The internship provides the student an opportunity to
apply classroom knowledge to the work world; develop valuable contacts in the field; analyze his or her commitment to the field; identify technical and/or theoretical competencies that need further development; and assume professional responsibilities for substantive tasks.

NP 4971—Professional Field Experience (1)
The fulfillment of the first 100 hours of a supervised, 300-hour
internship with a nonprofit organization that is completed in two
subsequent semesters. The internship provides the student an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to the work world; develop valuable contacts in the field; analyze his or her commitment to the field; identify technical and/or theoretical competencies that need further development; and assume professional responsibilities for substantive tasks.

NP 4972—Professional Field Experience (2)
The fulfillment of the last 200 hours of a supervised, 300-hour
internship with a nonprofit organization that is completed in two
subsequent semesters. The internship provides the student an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to the work world; develop valuable contacts in the field; analyze his or her commitment to the field; identify technical and/or theoretical competencies that need further development; and assume professional responsibilities for substantive tasks.