Leadership in a Nonprofit Organization
The success of any nonprofit organization can rely on the quality of its leadership. You know a good leader when you see one, but how can you become one? This course begins by examining leadership theories as well as key qualities and ethics within leadership. After establishing this foundation, the course focuses on leadership in the nonprofit sector, including the leadership shortage and possible solutions.
The success of any nonprofit organization can rely on the quality of its leadership. You know a good leader when you see one, but how can you become one? This course begins by examining leadership theories as well as key qualities and ethics within leadership. After establishing this foundation, the course focuses on leadership in the nonprofit sector, including the leadership shortage and possible solutions.
The success of any nonprofit organization can rely on the quality of its leadership. You know a good leader when you see one, but how can you become one? This course begins by examining leadership theories as well as key qualities and ethics within leadership. After establishing this foundation, the course focuses on leadership in the nonprofit sector, including the leadership shortage and possible solutions.
Credits
3 HRCI Credits
3 SHRM PDCs
3 CFRE Points
3 ATD CI Credits
Learning Outcomes
Define leadership and explain its importance
Distinguish between some of the better-known leadership theories (Fieldler's contingency theory, Path-goal theory, Vroom-Yetton-Jago theory)
Distinguish leadership from management and administration
Explain the role of ethics in leadership
Identify the benefits and drawbacks surrounding charismatic leadership
Recognize the importance of training, learning, and role-playing in leadership
Describe the leadership shortage in the nonprofit sector and discuss possible solutions to the problem
Discuss the seven bases for leadership
Explain why formal authority alone does not guarantee leadership
Explain leadership issues that are especially important in the nonprofit environment
Discuss the nine key qualities for leadership
Describe the leadership qualities that nonprofit leaders feel are important for success
Identify the five central skills needed for effective leadership and explain ways to strengthen or develop those skills in a leader
Accreditations
Estimated Time to Complete: 3 hours
Access Time: 90 days
Refund Policy
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of each course has been completed. Course completion can be viewed from within the course platform.