Non-profit Governance and Management

Description

An overview of management in Canada’s non‐profit and voluntary sector. Examines the size, scope, structure, functions, value bases and uniqueness of the non‐profit sector, plus the differences among the non‐profit, public and private sectors. Topics include board governance, leadership and board relations, stakeholder relations, strategic planning, volunteer recruitment and motivation, and client engagement. Students analyze how management concepts, models, principles and techniques have validity as applied in the context of non‐profit and voluntary sector organizations. Credit Conversion: UVic incoming-exchange materials state most UVic courses are worth 1.5 units, a typical full-time term load is 6.0-7.5 UVic units, and 1.5 UVic units equals 6 ECTS. Exchange Registration Note: Exchange registration can be restricted in Business, Education, Engineering, Health, and Law unless the partner agreement allows those areas.