NGO Education Survey

Global Stewardship Seminar I: Preparing to Volunteer for a NFP (GLBS 100)

This course is the first in a series of 4 seminars designed to prepare students with the skills, knowledge, and attitude necessary to effectively function as a volunteer - first as an individual, and then as a member of a group - in the Not-For-Profit sector. To this end, the series develops individual and group skills in the semester's prior to a volunteering experience with a local NGO.

Global Stewardship Seminar II: Volunteering for a Not-For-Profit Organization (GLBS 101)

This course is the second in a series of four seminars designed to prepare students for a career in the NGO sector. Students in GLBS 101 will apply the skills learned in GLBS 100 though a volunteer practicum with an NGO.

Global Stewardship Seminar III: Preparing for Group NFP Volunteering (GLBS 200)

This course is third in a series of four seminars designed to prepare students with the skills, knowledge, and attitude necessary to effectively function as a volunteer - first as an individual, and then as a member of a group - in the non-governmental organization/not-for-profit sector. To this end, the series develops individual and group skills in the semester prior to a volunteering experience with a local NGO/NFP.

Introduction to Global Studies (GLBS 110)

This course introduces students to the field of Global Studies by examining globalization and the rise of global systems, and their impact on nation-states, culture, human security, national and international economies and the environment. Students will further explore how we are and aren't meeting the need for Global Public Goods, such as peace and security, the protection of universal human rights, infectious disease prevention, economic security, and environmental protection (including climate change).

Leadership (BADM 305)

This course will provide the student with an understanding of what effective leadership means and how he or she can be a more effective leader. This will be done through a combination of theoretical work, discussions with community leaders and through the development of critical leadership skills and competencies. Specific competencies will include conflict resolution skills, coaching skills, and facilitation skills.

Managing Not-for-Profit Organizations & Social Enterprises (BADM 332)

This course provides upper level students with a broad understanding of and appreciation for the “social economy” - its unique management challenges as well as the opportunities to integrate traditional business functions with social, environmental or cultural goals. Innovative practices and new models of social entrepreneurship will be explored. Students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience working on a service-learning project with a non-profit organization.