BUS 394 - The Business of the Nonprofit Sector

Credits: (3)
This seminar examines the scope, structure and dynamics of the private nonprofit sector in the U.S. and around the globe from a business perspective. We will consider how the three sectors of our mixed economy (i.e., business, government, and nonprofit) come together to meet societal needs. Comparative dimensions of the sector and its environment will be considered to provide a rich perspective on tax-exempt activities, ranging from health and human services, to environmental stewardship, the arts, education, advocacy, public-private partnerships, and religious congregations. The course will help students become effective board members, volunteers, nonprofit practitioners, and philanthropists.