Cases in Nonprofit Management: A Hands-On Approach to Problem Solving

Libby, a management consultant to nonprofits and philanthropies, and Deitrick, a professor of leadership studies and nonprofit leadership and management, bring together 50 original cases in nonprofit management related to various types of organizations and the topics of the nature of the sector, the board of directors, executive leadership, measuring performance, strategic decision making, human resource management, risk management, public relations and marketing, generating revenue, financial management, advocacy and lobbying, technology, grant making, and international nonprofits. Annotation ©2016 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
Case Studies in Nonprofit Management by Pat Libby and Laura Deitrick is designed to teach students how to think critically, hone their decision-making skills, and learn to apply leadership and management principles that are essential for any nonprofit professional. The cases provide students with insight into the nature of nonprofit management sector, illustrating the role of key concepts such as leadership, risk management, financial management, advocacy, marketing, and grantmaking in nonprofit organizations. Key Features:• Original, engaging case studies profile a wide variety of issues and challenges facing small and large nonprofit organizations today• Theories, cultural competencies, and ethical and legal considerations integrated throughout the text. • A case matrix will highlight where major theories and themes are addressed in the cases• Case questions help teach students to think strategically, solve problems, handle conflict, and unpack organizational issues