Intro to Pub. Admin.

This course explores the theory and practice of public administration and social policy. Topics include an examination of all levels of governmental structures, organizational theory, public policy decision-making processes, performance assessment, Human Resource Management (HRM), leadership, budgeting, administrative law, intergovernmental relations, and ethics as they apply to the field of public administration. This course is intended for students majoring in Public Administration and all students interested in politics, social policy, and the administration of public agencies.