700
This course is designed to provide an overview of personnel management in the public sector.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Examination of the major administrative reforms in the public sector and their consequent impact on the implementation of programs and projects.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Advanced study of public budgets and processes. Emphasizes the political nature of budget preparation, adoption, administration and evaluation at various levels of government.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Methodology of analyzing and evaluating public programs. Design and use of quantitative and qualitative techniques for predicting and measuring performance.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
This course examines ethical problems faced by participants in a modern administrative system with a focus on their sources and on methods for resolving them.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
The study of the appropriate design structures for administering complex organizations in the public sector with an emphasis on management, decision-making, and planning.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
Exploration of research methods used in governmental and public sector organizations.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
This course focuses on the study of leadership within public or nonprofit organizations with specific explorations of how to lead and manage.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None.
This is a study-abroad course that explores urban public policy and management issues with a particular focus on Seoul, Korea. Prerequisites: Admission to MPA program.
Credits
3(0-3)
Prerequisites
Admission to MPA program
Corequisites
None.
Pracademic experience where students apply public administration concepts to work experience in the public sector. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: Permission of Director of Master of Public Administration program.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Permission of Director of Master of Public Administration program
Corequisites
None.
Completion of an applied research project that integrates practical experiences and theoretical contributions. Prerequisite: Permission of the MPA Director.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Permission of the MPA Director
Corequisites
None.
Overview and assessment of the competencies needed to be an effective administrator in the public sector. Prerequisite: A minimum of 30 hours of required MPA courses completed.
Credits
1(Spec)
Prerequisites
A minimum of 30 hours of required MPA courses completed.
Corequisites
None.