A three-nation sample of nonprofit managers was surveyed to determine their preferences for additional education and training on a 37-item list of marketing topics. Preferences were ranked and compared to determine most preferred topics and cross-national differences. For educators and trainers, the results provide input on which marketing topics are of greatest interest to current nonprofit leaders. Findings on managers’ preferences for the format and delivery of training and education alternatives are also provided.
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