PADM 303 - Policy and Decision Analysis

Institution:
Point Park University
Subject:
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Description:
This course will cover quantitative, qualitative and mixed-methods approaches to defining, structuring, analyzing and evaluating policies and decisions in government and non-profit agencies. Pre-requisites: PADM 210, MATH 150 or greater; or permission of instructor. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Explain the use of alternative methods of delivering public services, such as privatization contracting, the use of non-governmental organizations and similar concepts (2) Research, analyze and present issues, policies and solutions related to planning, organizing, staffing, directing, coordinating, reporting and budgeting (3) Differentiate between quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods and apply those concepts to a government or nonprofit policy problem
Credits:
3.00
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Instructional Type:
Lecture
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Phone Number:
(412) 391-4100
Regional Accreditation:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Calendar System:
Semester

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