| Description: | This course seeks to give students a basic skill set, which will enable them to successfully develop and implement any international cooperation projects without succumbing to mismanagement and to budgetary shortcomings. The course offers an introduction to key considerations in the implementation of international cooperation projects and in particular to the basic principals of modern project cycle management, including such themes as fundraising, campaigning and budgeting. Particular attention will be paid to the understanding of fundraising, including identifying fundraising needs and goals; designing a viable campaign; creative fundraising activities; and grant writing. The emphasis of the course is on the world of non-profit organizations but some attention is also devoted to the for-profit dimension and to elements of international business which are common to both. Guest speakers may be invited to share their experiences in managing projects and fundraising for such organizations as UNICEF and FAO. NOTE: Business courses are offered in partnership with the School of Management, Marist College, which is AACSB accredited. |