Class Third Sector Administration

The Third Sector Administration curricular unit addresses the principles of organization, management and sustainability of social economy organizations, analysing their legal, organizational and strategic framework. It examines the main types of Third Sector organizations, governance models, planning, resource management, fundraising and social impact assessment. The curricular unit contributes to the education of professionals capable of planning, managing and evaluating organizations and social intervention projects, promoting ethical, sustainable and value-driven practices.

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1. Conceptual Framework of the Third Sector 1.1. Concepts, evolution and framework of the social economy; 1.2. The role of the Third Sector in society. 2. Challenges of the Third Sector 2.1. Social innovation and social entrepreneurship; 2.2. Ethics, social responsibility and sustainability; 2.3. Planning of social programmes and projects. 3. Third Sector Organizations 3.1. Legal framework; 3.2. Types of organizations and areas of intervention; 3.3. Governance models and organizational structure. 4. Management of Third Sector Organizations 4.1. Principles of management; 4.2. Planning and strategy; 4.3. Organizational structure; 4.4. Resource management and fundraising; 4.5. Social marketing and communication; 4.6. Performance and social impact assessment. 5. Organizational Planning and Sustainability 5.1. Business planning and sustainability models; 5.2. Fundraising and strategic partnerships.

Blended learning model combining synchronous online classes (7 weeks) and face-to-face classes (8 weeks). Active teaching and learning methodologies, namely Problem-Based Learning (PBL), are used through the analysis and resolution of problems and case studies related to the management of Third Sector organizations. The Moodle platform supports the learning process by providing teaching materials, activities, formative assessment and communication with students. The assessment model values class participation and weekly independent work, promoting continuous learning. Student support sessions are available outside regular class hours.

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