Plan of Study – MS Humane Leadership**

Note: A Semester Hour (s.h.) is a unit of academic credit representing an hour of class (such as lecture class) or three hours of laboratory work each week for an academic semester. Most courses are two, three or four semester hours.

Humane Leadership: MS

Program Requirements (Minimum of 33 semester hours required.)

Humane Studies Core (Minimum of 12 semester hours required.)

HUM 5300 Humane Studies (3 s.h.)

An exploration of the interface between social justice, animal welfare and environmental protection through the lenses of the major theorists in humane studies. Current issues are analyzed and possible solutions are sought within the leadership framework reflecting the Franciscan tradition.

HUS 5010 Applied Research Methods (3 s.h.)

An examination of various research methods in social sciences in the light of course work and professional experiences. Students design community organization-based action research projects.

HUS 5020 Humane Leadership (3 s.h.)

Analysis of the premises of humane leadership and its relation to servant leadership and other existing leadership models. An emphasis is given to humane leadership practical implications in professional settings.

HUS 5140 Conflict Management and Resolution (3 s.h.)

This course presents a micro to macro overview of conflict management in the intrapersonal, interpersonal, groups and societal contexts. It provides an introduction to theory, practice and skills necessary in conflict resolution. Methods of conflict resolution such as mediation and negotiation are analyzed. Topics include: non-violence, communication skills, assertiveness, appreciation of diverse perspectives, and awareness of one’s own conflict resolution style and attitudes.

NonProfit Leadership Cert (Minimum 9 semester hours required. Required Non-Profit Leadership Certificate.)

MGT 6010 Developing Partnerships with Boards, Suppliers, and Clients (3 s.h.)

Developing and nurturing partnerships with a focus on the roles of officers, board members, stakeholders, and constituents of a nonprofit organization. Emphasis is placed on the consideration of various partnership models in the evaluation of organizational relationships with suppliers, community organizations and members, competitors and current and potential donors. Students collaborate to design a comprehensive volunteer performance management system for attracting, recruiting, selecting, placing, developing, deploying, and managing the performance of volunteer staff.

MGT 6020 Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations (3 s.h.)

An examination of fundraising strategies to support a nonprofit organization to meet its mission, vision, and goals. Review of trends, ethical and best practices for fundraising, including how to seek funding from government, corporate, private and individual donor sources. Topics include a comprehensive review of tools and strategies used in evaluating fundraising performance, donor development, project management, and funding campaign strategies.

MGT 6110 Entrepreneurial Leadership in Non-Profits (3 s.h.)

Feasibility and market research analysis for the start-up of a new nonprofit venture or a subsidiary entity. Assessment of a present nonprofit organization and introducing an organizational renewal initiative where appropriate: entity formation, values, mission, vision, goals, and operational objectives formation. The second half of the course provides students the opportunity to work with nonprofit executives in applying their competencies in the field in partnership with them.

Second Graduate Cert (Minimum of 9 semester hours required. Choose from Animal Cruelty Investigation, Human Services, Human-Animal Bond, or Sustainability.)

Capstone Experience (Minimum 3 semester hours required. Choose from HUS 6930 or HUS 6940.)

HUS 6930 Internship in Humane Leadership (3 s.h.)

An instructor-supervised internship in a professional setting compatible with humane studies and tailored to the student’s interests. The focus is on applying the principles of humane studies in practice and developing professional skills relevant to the setting. Prerequisites: completion of Humane Studies core.

HUS 6940 Projects in Humane Leadership (3 s.h.)

Application of Humane Leadership instructional and communicative strategies to various professional settings. The interface among the characteristics of humane leadership, critical approaches in humane studies, and Franciscan values is emphasized. Students develop projects of practical value to the field and evaluate their effectiveness.