SUS 7010 - Introduction to Public Administration & Policy

(4 units)

This foundational course presents key themes in public administration and policy. It focuses on developing increased understanding of public administration theories and on applying this information for professional growth. The course will introduce the history of public administration theory, including a discussion of key figures, theorists, and eras. Topics of both technical and practical interest such as budgeting, human resources, ethics, agenda setting, policy development, policy process, and leadership development will be introduced. The course will also introduce students to meta-narratives of public administration and discuss their importance to practice and theory.