PPA 503 Leadership of Public/Nonprofit Organizations

This course introduces students to theories of leadership and applies them to managerial challenges facing public and nonprofit organizations. Students discuss the historical development of public and nonprofit organizations; public and nonprofit organizational structures; distinctions and similarities in mission, values, and cultures; collaboration between the two sectors; tools for effective leadership; the impact of public policy on operations; and strategies for improving decision making within the organization. Pre-requisite(s): PPA 500 and RES 510; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours