Abstract
The case for nonprofit sector studies as an autonomous field of knowledge is well established. Among the more distinctive characteristics of the field is that it is interdisciplinary and has unambiguous underpinnings of theory and practice drawn from research and education methods that use a nonprofit-first perspective and pedagogy. To advance institutional anchors of the field, non-intrusive and low cost accreditation based upon NACC indicators of quality and curriculum guidelines should be used. A process of accrediting nonprofit academic programs, research center activity, and community service programs can also provide a means of rating nonprofit programs nationally.
| Original language | American English |
|---|---|
| Journal | Journal of Nonprofit Education and Leadership |
| Volume | 7 |
| State | Published - 2017 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- nonprofit first
- nonprofit studies accreditation
- ranking nonprofit academic programs
- Nonprofit Academic Centers Council
Disciplines
- Business
- Arts Management
- Business Administration, Management, and Operations
- Nonprofit Administration and Management
- Organizational Behavior and Theory
- Strategic Management Policy
- Education
- Educational Leadership
- Higher Education
- Online and Distance Education
- Leadership Studies
- Organization Development
- Public Affairs, Public Policy and Public Administration
- Social Work