Nonprofit Program and People Management

Nonprofit/nongovernmental organizations of different sizes must develop effective human resource and program management systems to be well-managed and deliver mission impact. These foundational systems include relevant professional development for managers, staff and board members that support continuous improvement, engagement and cultivate a positive organizational culture. This course will examine effective program management practices including performance monitoring and improvement, relationship management, feedback systems, work flow analysis, appropriate resource allocation, and closure. Course content will tie together the program and people management systems and practices needed in diverse organizations to ensure leaders and managers have the tools to deliver mission impact.