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Sep 27, 2024
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PSC 404E - Theories of Public Administration (3 units)
Development and application of theories of public administration, especially their relevance to complex organizations, decision-making, group behavior and politics. (Formerly PSC 445/645; implemented Fall 2004.)
Units of Lecture: 3
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to examine the breadth of literature related to organizational theory both inside and outside the field of public administration (e.g. business, psychology, economics, sociology, political science).
2. Students will be able to apply organizational theory to institutional problems and situations in the public and non-profit sector.
3. Students will be able to develop the capacity to work with different public administration constituencies by understanding the multiple cultures that develop within organizations.
4. Students will be able to examine the various external influences that impact public organizations and the many differences among organizations within the boundaries of the public sector.
5. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of some of the perennial problems of organizations such as inadequate structure, dysfunctional culture, miscommunication, shortcomings of leadership, cultural conflict.
6. Students will be able to develop skills of analysis, synthesis, and communication concerning issues and ideas salient to public organizations.
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