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MPA870Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Local Government Administration

This course provides an in-depth exploration of local government administration in Nigeria. It examines the evolution, principles, practices, and theories underpinning local government systems. Students will gain insights into the structure, functions, and challenges of local governments, including revenue generation, intergovernmental relations, and the role of local government in national development. The course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of local governance and its impact on rural transformation and service delivery.

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40h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Local GovernmentAdministrationDecentralizationNigeriaDevelopment

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Local Government Concepts

2

Decentralization

3

Local Government Functions

4

Local Government Finance

5

Local Government Reforms

6

Theories of Local Government

Total Topics6 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic knowledge of political science and public administration

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Local Government Administrator

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Policy Analyst

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Public Sector Manager

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Community Development Officer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentPublic AdministrationCommunity DevelopmentNon-profit Organizations

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

MODULE 1

4h

Unit 1: Concept of Local Government

2 study hours
  • •Define local government
  • •Explain reasons for establishment
  • •Discuss importance of local government

Unit 2: Creation of Local Government

2 study hours
  • •Justify rationale for creation
  • •Provide reasons for creation
  • •Discuss reasons for local government
Week
2

MODULE 1

4h

Unit 3: Justification for Local Governments

2 study hours
  • •Justify local government as an engine of development
  • •Explain local government bridging communication gap

Unit 4: Functions of Local Government

2 study hours
  • •Discuss functions of government
  • •Identify characteristics of local government
Week
3

MODULE 1

3h

Unit 5: The Nature of Local Government

3 study hours
  • •Explain the nature of local government
  • •Discuss decentralization
  • •Identify various forms of decentralization
Week
4

MODULE 2

3h

Unit 1: Criteria for the Measurement of Decentralization

3 study hours
  • •Provide yardsticks for measuring decentralization
  • •State degrees of decentralization
  • •Discuss conditions for successful decentralization policies
Week
5

MODULE 2

3h

Unit 2: Arguments in Favour of Decentralization

3 study hours
  • •Explain advantages of decentralization
  • •Discuss disadvantages of decentralization
  • •Identify problems inherent in decentralization
Week
6

MODULE 2

3h

Unit 3: Problems of Local Government

3 study hours
  • •Discuss problems of Nigeria local government system
  • •Pro-offer solutions to these problems
Week
7

MODULE 2

3h

Unit 4: The Control of Local Government

3 study hours
  • •Provide background to the control of local governments
  • •Discuss various methods of control
  • •Justify why local governments need to be controlled
Week
8

MODULE 2

3h

Unit 5: Local Government in Pre-colonial Era

3 study hours
  • •Trace the evolution of local government
  • •Discuss local governments during pre-colonial era
Week
9

MODULE 3

3h

Unit 1: Local Government in Colonial Era

3 study hours
  • •Advance reasons why colonial administration used existing local authorities
  • •Discuss local government during colonial era
Week
10

MODULE 3

3h

Unit 2: Post-Colonial Local Government System in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Describe local government administration in South East and South-South
  • •Discuss local government reform in early 1970s
  • •Explain local government in Western Nigeria
Week
11

MODULE 3

3h

Unit 3: The 1976 Local Government Reform

3 study hours
  • •Discuss major achievement of 1976 local government reform
  • •Outline major shortcomings of 1976 local government reform
Week
12

MODULE 3

3h

Unit 4: Babangida's Administration Innovation

3 study hours
  • •Highlight major contents of 1976 local government reform
  • •Explain major limitations of reform
  • •Discuss IBB administration innovations
Week
13

MODULE 3

3h

Unit 5: Importance of Revenue to Local Governments

3 study hours
  • •Identify sources of local government revenue
  • •Explain why local governments do not generate reasonable revenue
  • •State areas where local government can make bye laws

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of local government reforms discussed in Modules 2 and 3.

2

Compare and contrast the different theories of local government from Module 4.

3

Focus on the key challenges and solutions discussed in Module 2, Unit 3.

4

Review the functions and revenue sources of local governments from Module 3, Unit 5.

5

Practice applying the concepts of decentralization and accountability to real-world scenarios.

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