BUSN 1600 - Introduction to Public Administration
3 Credits This introductory course provides an overview of the field of public administration by focusing on the theoretical and practical knowledge. The aim of this course is to familiarize students with the basic principles, context, environment, organizational structure and contemporary issues in public administration.
Major Content Areas Policies of Administration Bureaucracy Developing Problem-solving and analytical skills Disciplines of Administration Administration: past, present and future Developing interpersonal management skills Politics in Administration What is Public Administration Understanding basic financial and budgeting issues
Learning Outcomes Contrast the competing interests of the various levels of government. Analyze the financial and budgetary considerations in administration. Provide an inclusive work environment in the public sector. Define the disciplines of public administration. Explore the complexities of administration at the local, state and federal level. Identify the challenges of public administration and political constraints.
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