Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Management

In a time of shifting demands for services, changing operating environments, and recurring financial pressures, the skills of nonprofit leaders are put to the test. SPNM, a Social Enterprise Initiative program, provides executives with the opportunity to examine their missions and develop new strategies.

What You Can Expect
This executive education program guides nonprofit leaders as they explore proactive methods for mastering nonprofit leadership. HBS faculty and more than 100 nonprofit leaders from around the world challenge participants to strengthen their ability to improve the effectiveness of their organizations.

Your Course of Study
Through case studies of a diverse set of nonprofits, participants gain an invaluable understanding of core concepts crucial to nonprofit leadership. This insight helps leaders develop customized strategies and create implementation plans.

Who Is Right for the Program
SPNM is designed for nonprofit executive directors and Chief Executive Officers who are responsible for driving their organization's direction, mission focus, policies, and major programs. This leadership training offering is not targeted at management support organizations, or consulting firms.

Social Enterprise Initiative
By integrating social enterprise-related research, teaching, and activities into the daily life at HBS, the Social Enterprise Initiative plays a critical role in supporting the School's mission to educate leaders who make a difference in the world.

Dates and Fees
July 12–18, 2009
Fee:$4,750

The Social Enterprise program fees are subsidized by Harvard Business School and its Social Enterprise Initiative. Limited, additional need-based scholarship funding may be available. Visit the HBS Social Enterprise Initiative website for scholarship information.

The program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals.

Programs, dates, fees, and faculty are subject to change.

In accordance with Harvard University policy, Harvard Business School does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, veteran status, or disability in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities.