Nonprofit Mgmt and Soc Entrepr

3 Credits · Level: Graduate, Undergraduate

This course offers a comprehensive exploration of essential issues in nonprofit management and social entrepreneurship, using the Ecosystem Framework developed by the instructor (Han and Shah, 2020), specifically designed to equip students for careers in the growing impact sector. We begin by defining and examining core actors – nonprofit organizations, social enterprises, and impact investors – within the broader ecosystem. Students will analyze their forms, components, scale, and current trends, gaining foundational knowledge essential for diverse roles in the impact space. Throughout the course, we delve into critical operational and strategic topics directly relevant to professional practice, including organizational strategies, institutional infrastructure, Impact Measurement and Management (IMM), and the application of artificial intelligence for social impact. We will also explore cutting-edge research areas like marketization, economic mobility, policy change, and major trends shaping the future of impact work. Designed with career readiness in mind, the course prepares students for opportunities across nonprofits, social enterprises, impact investors, mission-driven consulting, and international organizations.