Study of the creation and administrative management of public budgets. Emphasizes processes of budget preparation, adoption, administration and evaluation at various levels of government. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisite: PAD 210.

A developed perspective on lobbying expectations and guidelines for the social sector.  Considers lobbying and policy making through the lens of traditional nonprofit organization models. This class is required for the Certified Nonprofit Professional credential and Nonprofit minor. This course may be offered in an online format.

Experiential learning practicum focused on professional nonprofit administration activities for students pursuing the Certified Nonprofit Professional credential. CR/NC only. Pre/Co-requisite: PAD 211.

Experiential learning practicum focused on advanced nonprofit leadership activities for students pursuing the Certified Nonprofit Professional credential. CR/NC only. Pre/Co-requisite: PAD 211. Recommended: PAD 375.

Overview of common public sector research techniques and how research findings can be integrated into effective organizational decisions. Quantitative Reasoning. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: PAD 210.

Examines the role of public and nonprofit organizations in society. Covers special topics of interest not covered in existing courses. May be repeated when the content is not a duplication of a previous special topics offering. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Recommended: PAD 210.

An integrative learning experience where students apply textbook knowledge to nonprofit organization work experience. Certified Nonprofit Professional credential students must complete the educational contract prior to advisor approval. CR/NC Only. Prerequisites: A minimum of 9 credit hours in the minor prior to registration.