Social Impact Courses at Cal
Haas asked that we mention the following classes to our students. They are open to Boalt students.
SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Join us Jan 18th for guest speaker Dr. Victoria Hale, Founder of One World Health
Wed. 4-6pm, MBA 292N, 2 Units (open to all Cal Graduate students)
Cheit Hall C135 (Haas School of Business)
Instructors: Jane Wei-Skillern and Jennifer Walske
Social entrepreneurs are redefining the way that business functions as a part of society. This course explores how to utilize social entrepreneurship to generate social impact as efficiently, effectively, and sustainably as possible through two primary means: 1) through organizational level growth and innovation and 2) through network approaches which require the mobilization of a vast array of actors and resources beyond organizational boundaries.
NONPROFIT BOARDS: GOVERNANACE AND LEADERSHIP
Sun. 2/26/12 & 3/11/12, MBA 292B, 1 Unit (open to all Cal Graduate students)
Instructor: Paul Jansen
· Nonprofit Boards: Governance and Leadership in Nonprofit Organizations examines the roles and responsibilities of members of nonprofit boards of directors. Students will identify and develop the leadership and management skills necessary to be an effective board member. Using board assessment instruments and self-assessment activities, the class will seek to determine “fit” between different types of boards and class participants. This course is highly recommended for Berkeley Board Fellows.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
Sun. 2/12/12 & 3/4/12, MBA 292F, 1 Unit (open to all Cal Graduate students)
Instructor: Brent Copen
· In order to be an effective leader in the nonprofit field, one must have a solid grounding in financial management. This course is designed to develop the core financial management skills needed by board members and seniors managers in large and small organizations. Students will learn the tools and techniques for effective planning and budgeting as well as how to control, evaluate and revise plans. The course will address current regulations and issues that impact nonprofit financial management.
You can still sign up for these courses during the add/drop period. For more information please contact Nora Silver at silver@haas.berkeley.edu.
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