CURRICULUM
THE LEARNING MODEL
The core of the Kennedy School teaching style is the case method, a tool pioneered at Harvard and used extensively in Kennedy School degree programs and Executive Education. Each case is a real-life situation that stimulates participants to think through problem-solving methods and possible solutions to actual situations. By investigating successes and failures of real people in real situations, participants draw lessons relevant to their own professional experiences and challenges.
THE CURRICULUM
The program will include the following topics:
- Business and Strategic planning
- Partnership and Collaboration
- Performance measurement and maintaining organizational focus
- Governance as leadership
- Accountability: Beginning and developing a committed and engaged constituency.
For each topic, participants will be introduced to a set of frameworks in a case reading or discussion. Participants will then have the opportunity to consider its relevance for their organizations and discuss in group settings.
This program will include a substantial amount of small group work, providing a valuable opportunity to form a network of partnerships among colleagues in regional nonprofit organizations.