Course Description
Course provides the necessary theoretical foundation to design scholarly research on nonprofit organizations, voluntary action, and the nonprofit sector. Topics focus on the historical and philosophical roots of the nonprofit sector, the theories used to frame scholarly research and answer contemporary research questions. Students assume a leadership role in shaping the course content. Doctoral students only.
Spring 2026
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
January 12, 2026
Classes End:
April 28, 2026
Location:
00017 Winston Hall
Class Days:
M
Class Start Time:
12:50pm
Class End Time:
3:35pm
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Doctoral students only (DR)