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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

The BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management online training is a diploma-level course, part of the management studies category. It consists of a thorough 12 weeks programme instructed by highly qualified professionals in the field of NGO management, Dr Neeti Agrawal and Dr Nayantara Padhi. The course involves detailed information about NGO management as well as other aspects related to it.

NGOs play a vital role in socio-developmental problems, especially in India. The Introduction to NGO Management Course emphasizes on the awareness and participation in public sector undertakings as a volunteer to propagate a positive social cause. Hence, the course offers an elevated platform to enhance the understanding of management and its importance at different stages.

Provided by the Government of India initiative, Swayam, the BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management core course is also valuable for community workers and volunteers in the field of social activism and community service. It will give them dynamic knowledge that is required to efficiently run, manage, develop, and strategize in the NGO environment.

The Highlights

  • Initiated by the Government of India
  • UGC-verified course material
  • Course instructed in English
  • BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management
  • Diploma level
  • Management studies category
  • Completion in 12 weeks
  • Study five hours a day

Important dates

Course Commencement Date

Start Date : 01 Jan, 2025

Programme Offerings

  • Free Enrolment
  • Diploma-level
  • Core course
  • four credits
  • transferable credits
  • Management Studies category
  • Expert instructors.

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability
no

What you will learn

Managerial skill

After completing the study material of the Introduction to NGO Management course, candidates will gain holistic knowledge in areas like:

  • Concept and formation of NGOs  
  • Types of NGOs, their environment and workings
  • Environmental opportunities and threats 
  • Constituents of mega and micro environment 
  • Opportunity and threat matrix, the impact of the matrix, and PESTLE framework 
  • Issues in NGO management 
  • Problems of NGOs: governance, management, and ethical challenges 
  • Leadership and organization development in NGOs 
  • Elements of strategy and SWOT analysis
  • Criteria to determine, measure, and alternate formats to analyze strengths and weaknesses
  • Process management, core competency, and capacity building 
  • Models, principles, skills, and barriers to communication
  • Structured interpersonal communication 
  • Use of information technology 
  • Radio programme and NGOs
  • Guidelines to prepare long and short reports for NGOs

Who it is for

Community workers, volunteers, or anyone interested in getting involved with community service, social activism, public sector undertakings, etc. can benefit from the BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management diploma.


Admission Details

Step 1.  Be part of the BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management core course by visiting Swayam’s Official website.

Step 2. Tap the ‘Sign-in/Register’ option to join in on the course.

Step3. Create an account and type in the username, password and email ID. Next, tap on the ‘send verification code’ option.

Step 4. Put in the verification code emailed to the candidates and tap on ‘Verify Code’.

Step 5. Choose the ‘Create’ option and proceed to join the course.

Application Details

You can go to Swayam’s official website, create an account and participate in the BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management diploma training. Alternatively, you can use your Facebook, Google, or Microsoft account to register for the course. The programme does not require you to fill up an extensive application form.

The Syllabus

  • NGOs: A concept
  • How are NGOs formed?

  • Types of NGOs in India
  • Working of NGOs
  • Environment of NGOs

  • Environmental Threats and Opportunities
  • Constituents of Mega Environment 
  • Constituents of Micro Environment

  • The Opportunity and Threat Matrix 
  • The Impact Matrix
  • PESTLE Framework

  • Issues in NGO Management: Aid to development 
  • Poverty and Development
  • Development Indicators

  • Problems of NGOs
  • Governance and Management
  • Ethical Challenges for NGOs

  • Leadership in NGOs
  • Case Study: Kiss Foundation
  • Organisation Development in NGOs
  • Elements of Strategy – Part 1

  • Elements of Strategy – Part 2
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Criteria for Determine Strengths and Weaknesses
  • Measurement Strengths and Weaknesses

  • Alternate Formats to Analyze Strengths and Weaknesses
  • Process of Management
  • Core Competency and Capacity Building
  • Models of Communication

  • Principles of Communication 
  • Communication Skills
  • Barriers to Effective Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication

  • Structured Interpersonal Communication
  • Use of Information Technology
  • NGOs and radio programmes
  • Use of mobiles for NGOs

  • Guidelines to prepare a report for NGOs
  • Long Reports
  • Short Reports

Instructors

IGNOU Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Which example is used for the case study in the BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management training?

The Kiss Foundation is the primary source used for the case studies in this course.

2: Can the BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management course credits be transferred?

Yes. If the candidate’s university or college accepts credit transfer, it is possible.

3: Do I have to pay any fees to join the course?

No. Swayam believes in offering top-quality education without any payments.

4: Do NGOs have a significant role in India?

Yes, India has around 3.2 million functioning NGOs registered under the government, making it an essential voluntary sector.

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