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Course Descriptions

Law for Nonprofit Organizations

GPA 8062

0-20 Credits

This course examines the legal history and frameworks of nonprofit organizations. Emphasis is placed on the laws relating to the incorporation and tax-exempt status of nonprofit organizations. The course includes an examination of how nonprofit organizations influence legislation and rule-making processes. Students look at issues of accountability for nonprofit organizations and analyze the differences between profit and nonprofit organizations.

Core course for these programs:
Master in Nonprofit Management (Cohort Model)
Master in Nonprofit Management (Traditional Model)

Elective course for these programs:
Master in Public Administration (Traditional Model)
Master in Management (Traditional Model)

Past Course Syllabi and Instructors for this Course:

Term	Location	Instructor	Course Syllabi
Spring 2006	Minneapolis Center	Michael Haag	PDF File