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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course focuses on the practice and implementation of the Dale Carnegie principles of leadership and professionalism. Learners set personal goals and identify pathways to success. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 3.00 Credits

    Reputations have never been subjected to such scrutiny and crushing verdicts as in today?s court of public opinion. As perception is often reality, potential issues are typically visible long before the crisis stage. Learn how to spot common triggers, what should be in place before a crisis hits, message strategy and how to communicate the issue whether it is online attacks from a former employee, lawsuits or acts of nature. Shifting from crisis to recovery is risky, learn when and how to transition safely. All crises big and small can be managed by amassing relational capital across multiple audience sectors. By discovering how to develop and maintain relational capital, students will be able to apply these skills to any crisis or significant issue in their chosen industry. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to supervise and manage employees. Topics include how to set performance expectations, motivate and coach for performance improvement, comply with HR rules/regulations, and incorporate staff needs into the budget process. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Master of Interdisciplinary Studies students only
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides an introduction to the strategies, techniques, and requirements for managing a non-profit organization. Students will focus on four primary categories aligned with non-profit management: 1) Fundraising; 2) Financial Management; 3) Organizational Management; and 4) Program Development. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Master of Interdisciplinary Studies students only
  • 3.00 Credits

    In this fast-paced course, students will learn how to successfully secure funding from various agencies in which a grant proposal is required. Students will learn about private and public grant-making foundations and how to properly research, prioritize, apply, and build relationships. Lastly, students will learn about the grant cycle and common mistakes to ensure proposal success. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Master of Interdisciplinary Studies students only
  • 3.00 Credits

    In this fast-paced course, students will be equipped with critical and ethical skills to successfully fundraise efficiently and effectively. Students will learn how to qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward private funding for annual funds, major gifts, and planned gifts. Specific strategies and tools will be highlighted to secure constituent loyalty with external and internal stakeholders. The focus will be on applying these strategies and tools within a non-profit organization to create a positive impact. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Master of Interdisciplinary Studies students only
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will examine the history of animal services and welfare in the United States and how the field has evolved over a century to become one of the most rapidly developing professions. This field interfaces with public safety but also complex issues like community wellness, social justice, socio-economic inequity, municipal excellence, economic development and more. Students will go from looking at the past to looking at the present and the future of the field of animal services as a profession, both nonprofit and in the municipal worlds. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Master of Interdisciplinary Studies students only or Program Director approval
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students will study and analyze basic leadership approaches, processes, and traits. Students will gain a foundational knowledge of leadership by identifying skills and styles of leadership. Students will draft a vision plan to include communication and innovation. The first section of a portfolio will be initiated in this course and expanding across all three courses in this leadership series will be produced. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students will delve deeper into interpersonal portions of leadership knowledge, skills, and abilities. Students will begin to develop and apply their own individual expertise. This course will continue development of the portfolio from the first course in the series. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students will be introduced to the psychological aspects of leadership including culture, ethics, and gender. Students will create and lead effective groups and teams. Students will build an ongoing continuous improvement plan. This course will continue development of the portfolio from the first course in the series. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None