Planning & Designing Programs for Maximum Impact

Programs translate mission into action. Program planning is critical to the development of mission-driven programs that meet constituent needs, demonstrate impact through measurable outcomes and have sustainable marketing and funding strategies. This class will teach you best practices in program design, development and implementation.

Key topics include: mission and program alignment, how to involve stakeholders in the planning process, defining outcomes, collaborative programming, program budgeting and measuring impact. Activities will help you develop a matrix of your organization’s current and potential programs and get you started on the path to future program planning, so bring your mission statement, strategic plan and program descriptions to get the most out of this hands-on course.