Coppin State College
Course Information:
SOSC 304 - Introduction to Public Administration
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
An introduction to social, economic, political and organizational concepts related to public administration, with emphasis on pragmatic approaches to policy analysis, planning, procurement, budget and other public sector management issues. |
SOSC 310 - Introduction to Basic Statistics
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
Concepts, mathematical skills, and use of statistics in analyzing and interpreting collected data. Exercises in graphic presentations, measures of central tendency and variability, probability, t-Test, analysis of variance, chi square, correlation, regression analysis, and other nonparametric tests of significance. Use of statistical, computer programs in classroom exercises. |
SOSC 407 - Social Research Methods
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
An introduction to research design and methods of gathering data based on theory and research techniques. Exercises in hypothesis formation, designs (i.e., survey, interview, experimentation), formation of questionnaire, coding and computer use (i.e., Goldstat or SPSS) in the construction of quantitative recorded materials. |
SOSC 430 - Social Science Applications
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
This course develops a practical approach to utilizing the social science perspective in such areas as demography, human ecology, social policy, and social program development. Students enrolled in this course will complete an abbreviated research project, a program proposal and a professional resume |
MGMT 460 - Not-for-Profit Management
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
This course provides an orientation to the nonprofit sector which includes but not limited to various theoretical foundations, values, characteristics, and circumstances of nonprofit sector. This course also provides an overview of the nonprofit sector by addressing theoretical and practical applications and deal with topics like: Nonprofit governing boards, ensuring accountability and measuring performance, strategic planning and management, capacity and collaboration, marketing and communications, philanthropic fund-raising, advocacy and lobbying, and social entrepreneurship. |
MGMT 360 - Human Relations and Organizational Behavior
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
This course is an introduction to the intricacies of interpersonal and intergroup relationships among peers, the supervisor, and the supervised in an organizational setting. |
NPLS 340 - Introduction to Nonprofit Leadership
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
An introduction to the history, philosophy, and structure of nonprofit human service organizations. The course will examine the process for developing, implementing and evaluating nonprofit social programs and interventions. |
NPLS 400 - Diversity, Philanthropy, and Fundraising
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
Students will explore the complex dynamics of philanthropy, fundraising and diversity in the nonprofit world. This course will examine multiple strategies involved in leading a successful nonprofit organization in an urban environment. The impact of diversity on fundraising and financial sustainability will be a major theme in this course. Students will also be exposed to multiple skills in fundraising and nonprofit leadership. |
NPLS 409 - Nonprofit Leadership Internship I
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
Practical experience for the student in sociology through outside, professionally guided fieldwork involving internships with local, state, or federal social agencies, an in-depth analysis of a problem, or an empirical research project. ( SOCI 409 - Sociological Internship; SOCI 410 - Sociological Research Project; SOCI 411 - Sociology Seminar Special Topics.) |
NPLS 410 - Practicum in Management Science I
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
Students gain experience in using the tools and concepts learned in solving management science problems in actual working situations by being placed in various organizations and by participating in a scheduled seminar to review and interrelate their experiences. Supervision is offered at the work site by professional managers. This course is offered once a year during the Fall Semester. |
SOCI 301 - Community Organization
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
An exploration of the various concepts of the community and of cooperative studies of old and new approaches to the ever changing community in urban social settings, emphasizing the concepts of human ecology and of structural and functional aspects in the analysis of community organization. |
SOCI 406 - Sociology of the City
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
A study of the development and functions of cities, their ethnic and class differences, subcultures, and the general urban way of life. Spring semester. |
Program Information:
Nonprofit Leadership Alliance
Degree and Certificate InformationDegrees
Degree/
Level | Title/
English Correspondence | Subject | Credit Hours | Working
Language | History |
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BS in Nonprofit Leadership
Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Science |
Nonprofit Leadership |
42 |
English |
There are so many challenges facing our world today, but the good news is that there are just as many, if not more, organizations working to solve them. Organizations large and small are coming together to collaborate, innovate, and make space for diverse and creative minds to lead us to a better and brighter future. And where there is need, there is always opportunity to help.
Nonprofit organizations aren’t in it for the money. Instead of pursuing a profit, nonprofit leaders and groups are leading social change, mobilizing voices, and providing a variety of critical services beyond the scope of government. |
Minor in Nonprofit Management and Youth Development
Undergraduate |
Minor |
Nonprofit Management |
21 |
English |
The nonprofit management and youth development minor is open to any Coppin student, regardless of major. With an interdisciplinary focus, the minor incorporates faculty and coursework from multiple disciplines, including sociology, social sciences, fundraising, youth development, and management.
Students in this minor can also take advantage of outreach and field opportunities. Upon completion of the minor, students are eligible to become a Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP), the only national certification of its kind, and offered by the industry-standard setting Nonprofit Leadership Alliance. |
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