PAD 240. Introduction to Public Administration

Introductory course treating the concepts and relationships involved in the execution of public policy. The relationship of the administrative process to clientele groups, the public, legislative bodies, the executive, and the courts. Theory and description of administrative organization. Review of the salient features of recent reports on reorganization, fiscal administration, personnel management, and management improvements. (Offered every semester)
Prerequisite: English 101 and one of the following: Anthropology 101 or Economics 101 or Government 101 or Psychology 101 or Sociology 101.
3 hours, 3 credits
 
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