Apr 19, 2024  
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PPAD 000/5170 - Volunteer Management (3 cr.)



Description
The role of volunteers in development efforts across the globe today cannot be overemphasized. The impacts of persistent conflicts, disease, climate change and migration in the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Latin America means that volunteer efforts will continue to be a vital part development efforts not only in the global south but also in the global north. For the public and nonprofit organizations that are financially-strapped, volunteering efforts provide a pathway to enhance their capacity and ameliorate public problems. Understanding the management aspect of volunteers is therefore important for the nonprofit manager. The objective of this course is to provide a comprehensive introduction to the design and management of volunteer programs.



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