Course Descriptions
ADM/PUB 521 Applied Administrative Concepts (3)
The course will address the administrative competencies require to be successful in the 21st century workplace and to prepare students to work effectively in a dynamic, constantly changing work environment.
ADM/IT/PUB 535 Research Methodologies (3)
This course provides an opportunity for students to synthesize their studies and explore topics that relate to administrative and technical processes using statistical and analytical techniques. In this course, students undertake an in-depth review and critical analysis of self-selected topics in the field of administration, information technology, and related fields using qualitative and quantitative analysis in addition to other statistical techniques presented in class. Upon this course completion, students would be exposed to various analytical and statistical applications, tools and techniques for decision-making and research. Prerequisite: Successful completion of undergraduate statistics course.>
ADM/PUB 545 Values and Ethics in Administration (3)
This course is designed to create an awareness and sensitivity to the values and ethical issues inherent in private and public administration decisions. The Judeo-Christian moral basis for the values and ethical practices in government and business today will be presented along with the legal requirements for complying with legislated ethical standards.
ADM 568 Changing Environment of Administration (3)
This course addresses the impacts on administrative decision-making from external environments including the political, natural, international, technical and societal environments.
ADM/IT 680 Project Administration (3)
This course examines the technical and administrative aspects of complex projects. Students will learn the project life cycle and tools and will be able to create functional and technical requirements to plan and control projects.
ADM/PUB 699 Capstone: Applied Project (3)
The Applied Project is a supervised capstone to the master’s program. It is an independent, web-supported study with a graduate faculty mentor/instructor. The project is designed to build from knowledge gained during the program and to make connections between academic and professional work. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all other coursework in program.
HRD 646 Dynamics of Change and Planning (3)
Examines how change that affects work related behavior takes place within organizations and individuals as a result of the intentional interventions of a change agent. Ways of obtaining both monetary funding and community/organizational support for innovative projects are examined.
HRD 648 Work Group Behavior in Organizations (3)
Emphasizes knowledge and skills necessary to build an effective team and team relationships to carry out a work related goal. Topics include person-to-person communication, small group processes, conferencing skills, networking, and coaching
HRD 652 Diversity in the Workplace (3)
Explores the training and development of a culturally sensitive work force. Examines and explores innovative techniques for dealing with institutional “isms” (e.g., sexism, ageism, etc.), as they relate to management training, conflict resolution, career development, mentoring, performance appraisals, team-building, and peer rating methods.
IT 515 Information Technology Concepts (3)
This course examines information technology in today’s organizations by presenting advanced information technology and practices. A review of the organization and evolution of technology, information technology infrastructure, and building and managing information technology will be discussed. Emphasis is placed on the way IT is used and applied to solve enterprise problems and the way technology is being implemented to meet corporate needs.
PUB 623 Productivity Improvement in the Public Sector (3)
This course will provide information on the techniques for measuring and improving productivity in public organizations. Current management thought such as Total Quality Management (TQM) will be taught and analyzed for its potential in the public sector.
PUB 647 Public Law and Administration (3)
The role of public administrative law and procedure will be taught as it applies to both public and private decision-making. The effects of public administrative law and rule making will be presented along with the oversight provided by legislatures and the public policy processes inherent in making and sustaining public policy through administrative law.
PUB 660 Public Policy and the Administrative Process (3)
The classic confrontation between “public policy” and “administration” will be examined in this course. The historical context of the “Good Government Movement” of the Nineteenth Century; the rise of the professions in public management; the issues of responsiveness and patronage will be taught and applications made to current state and local government administrative practice. The political process and public policy making will be examined.
PUB 605, Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation
This course is designed to examine the theory and practice of public policy analysis and evaluation as it is conducted in complex political environments by public sector agencies and organizations.
PUB 635, Leadership in Public Purpose Organizations
Leadership is essential in any organization for it to function effectively and productively. This course reviews the very special characteristics of leadership in public purpose organizations. Issues such as the impact of the political process on leadership, navigating media storms, leading and empowering employees, and maintaining a focus on public purpose are addressed.
PUB 650 Public/Private Enterprise
This course reviews the scope of public/private enterprise structures in the United States. Furthermore, it examines the scope of public/private partnerships, privatization of public services, and contracting for public services from the private sector.
PUB 622 Non-Profit Administration
This course provides the student with an understanding of the role of non-profit organizations in the scope of public-private purposes. It examines the role of boards and staff, vision and mission, funding and accountability, excellence in operations and sustainability.
PUB 670, Public Planning and Growth Management
The classic management function of planning is reviewed in its state and local government contexts. Emphasis is placed on planning for growth management and on strategic planning in public decision making.
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