MPA 503 - AMERICAN GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

Institution:

Delaware State University

Subject:

Public Administration

Description:

This MPA Foundation course introduces students to the basics of governance in the American context. It explores the civic foundations of American democracy; the roles and functions of the public, nonprofit and private sectors in American society; the relationship of politics with policy; the principles of public service; and the ways in which governance can be performed to advance the interests of underserved and disempowered communities. Because Public Administration is a highly interdisciplinary field, this course assumes only a basic understanding of civics and builds upon that for public and nonprofit administrators. Further, this course introduces the concepts and some skills for effectively engaging with communities and identifying tools for civic empowerment. This course establishes the community engagement and empowerment ethos of the Master of Public Administration at Delaware State University.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.desu.edu

Phone Number:

(302) 857-6060

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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