NPM 4170 – Elements of Nonprofit Management
The introductory course will give students an overview of America’s nonprofit sector as it relates to both the for-profit business and government sectors. Emphasis will be on the history, purpose and theories of the sector, the legal and regulatory environment, efforts to improve ethics and accountability, the sector’s economics and funding environment, trends in evaluation and outcome measurement, and general management problems and principles. The course will also discuss opportunities for personal growth and career advancement available in the sector and highlight skills and training needed to succeed.

• Complete your degree fully online.
• Seven-week online classes allow most students to finish their bachelor’s degree in two years.
• School of Professional Studies students pay a discounted $630 per credit hour. Many are eligible for financial aid and scholarships, including a 20% discount for many Chicago city and community college graduates.
• Credit for Prior Learning allows you to earn credit for life experiences, training, certification, or licensure, bringing you one step closer to completing your degree.