3 credits / Fall, Spring
A general survey course aimed at introducing the student to the theory and practice of public administration. The course includes an introduction to organization theory, personnel and financial administration, and administrative responsibility. The principal focus is on American public administration, but some comparisons and illustrations from other administrative systems are included.

3 credits / Spring
Administrative process, management, personnel, budget and finance, and intergovernmental relations in local government. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. [Dual-listed with PA 5560.]

3 credits / Spring
A study of the organization and operation of government agencies and their role in policy making and implementation and an examination of the various concepts and theories pertaining to administrative behavior and to the performance of the basic tasks of management. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. (WRITING; SPEAKING) [Dual-listed with PA 5665.]