Managing in the third sector

Description

The third sector (social enterprises, voluntary organisations, charities, NGOs etc.) is a key component of societies and economies globally. This course will enable students to (1) understand its key elements and potential (2) examine the significant challenges of managing and leading the sector, (3) evaluate and analyse its role in stimulating active citizenship, and (4) visualise and propose innovative third sector solutions to social/environmental problems, in a range of settings including developing economies and the global south. Key topics will include: -Understanding the third sector -The third sector and public services -Collaboration between state, business and the third sector -The impact of digital and AI technology on the sector -Social impact and innovation in the third sector -The critique and 'dark side' of the third sector -The third sector in developing economies and global south Students will incorporate their past learning in management to their understanding of third sector, considering this in a global context. The course will also draw upon social policy, international development and public policy, and will be of interest to students from across the university. This course will enhance students' employability skills by embracing intellectual, analytical, critical knowledge of managing the third sector but also visualising and developing innovative third sector solutions to global grand challenges. Assessment Information: Written Exam 0%, Coursework 100%, Practical Exam 0%