Spring 2015 = Poli-450

Tue, 13 Jan 2015 13:03:16 -0500

If you are still searching for an upper level political science course to meet your major requirements or graduation upper level requirements, please consider POLI 450, a seminar in public management. The course also satisfies the elective requirement for the Public Administration minor and certificate. The class meets Mondays and Wednesdays at 2:30-3:45 pm in Public Policy 438. Professor Arthur Johnson is the instructor.

This course examines strategies and methods used by public managers in leading government agencies and non-profit organizations. Special attention is given to organizational mission and vision, issues of leadership, and organizational transformation. How do leaders turn a poorly performing agency into a productive one? Case studies will be the basis for class discussions and examinations. Examples will also be taken from current events at the local, state, and federal government levels.