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MMPA 6335 - Placing NGOs in the Global Context

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(5 credits)

Students in this course acquire knowledge and understanding about the geopolitical and economic contexts in which international, nongovernmental (NGO), and voluntary agencies function in other countries. Students analyze the historical, political, social, and cultural contexts in which NGOs work and the implications these contexts have on the work of local and international NGOs. Students identify strategies that make the international and cross-cultural efforts of NGOs successful.

Pre-requisites

  • A course or direct experience in nonprofit management is strongly encouraged.
*Students may take this as a non-degree course, which means they do not have to be enrolled in a program. Contact an enrollment specialist [1-866-492-5336 (U.S.);1-443-627-7222 (toll)] for more information or visit School of Lifelong Learning for more information.