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CIVIL SOCIETY AND COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

CSCS 460
Course Description

Provides opportunities for learning about some of the "nuts and bolts" of nonprofit organizations. Through studying high- impact organizations, interacting with local experts, and through an independent investigation of the work of a local nonprofit organization, develop uniquely tailored understandings and skills for nonprofit leadership.

Prerequisties

Junior standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3.64

0.15% from Historical

Completion Rate
95%

-1.92% from Historical

A Rate
65%

-3.39% from Historical

Class Size
40

15.18% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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