An examination of the managerial components of budgetary processes in the government agencies.

A survey of the managerial issues in the government agencies including organization, personnel, budget, political accountability, clientele relations, and human resources development.

Prerequisite(s): PSY/POS/SOC 300 or CJE/SOW 400 or consent of instructor. Application of social science research techniques to the problems of public sector management. Development of analytical perspectives in evaluating administrative research reports.

An analysis of public management in selected nations with specific focus on the comparison of public policies, programs, and their implementations.

Examination of one or more public policy issues currently confronting the United States.

This course examines technical, psychological and behavioral aspects of information systems, life cycles, and information controls.

A survey course that develops an understanding and appreciation for factors affecting health status and its contribution to individual and community health.

Analysis of the impact of programs and policies in the public sector.

A study of behavior in public organizations and practical use of organizational theories in effective public management.

An introduction to human resource management. The topics may include recruitment, personnel development, job analysis, productivity, employee assistance services, and grievance analysis.

Compares the administrative system of Sub/Saharan African countries in light of prevailing political, legal, economic, and cultural influences.

Integrates theoretical perspectives with work as an intern in a public or non-profit setting. Successfull prior completion of at least nine hours of public administration course work.

An organized course of readings, oral and written reports, and examinations arranged by a faculty member whose areas of specialization coincides with the student’s interest.

A seminar for the discussion of special topics in public administration. May be repeated once.

A capstone experience for public administration majors. The seminar will integrate theory and research with practice.