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POL343 Social Sciences 3 Units intermediate

Theories And Practice Of Public Administration

This course introduces students to the theories and practice of public administration. It explores the concepts of administration, management, and organization, emphasizing their relevance to national political development. The course examines theoretical perspectives, methodological issues, and the relationship between administration and politics. It also covers decision-making, personnel management, and selected administrative theories, equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to improve public service delivery and policy implementation.

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91h
Study Time
13
Weeks
7h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Public AdministrationManagement TheoriesPolicy MakingOrganizational BehaviorPolitical Institutions

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Administration

2

Management

3

Organisations

4

Public Administration

5

Politics and Administration

6

Policy Making

7

Decision Making

8

Personnel Management

9

Scientific Management

10

Bureaucratic Management

11

Systems Theory

12

Elite Theory

13

Marxist Theory

14

New Public Management

Total Topics14 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

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

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Public Sector Manager

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Policy Analyst

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Government Administrator

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Non-profit Director

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Public Relations Officer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Government AgenciesNon-profit OrganizationsPublic Service DepartmentsInternational OrganizationsLocal Government

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all module introductions and summaries for key concepts.

2

Create flashcards for key terms and definitions from each unit.

3

Practice applying different management theories to real-world case studies.

4

Focus on understanding the relationships between politics, policy, and administration.

5

Review Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and Self-Assessment Exercises (SAEs) thoroughly.

6

Allocate study time proportionally based on the weight of each module in the final exam.

7

Create concept maps linking key theories and concepts across different modules.

8

Practice essay writing, focusing on clear and concise arguments supported by evidence from the course materials.