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PSM800Management Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Conduct Of Government Business

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the conduct of government business, primarily within the Nigerian context. It explores contextual issues, communication procedures, ethical behavior, and correlates of government operations. The course examines the structure and functions of different tiers of government, written communication, and the roles of political and bureaucratic operators. It also addresses factors that impede developmental agendas and introduces paperless administration.

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260h
Study Time
13
Weeks
20h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Government BusinessPublic Sector ManagementEthicsCommunicationNigeria

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
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Government and Governance

2

Public Policy

3

Ethics

4

Communication

5

Financial Regulations

6

Bureaucratic Reforms

Total Topics6 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 Administrator

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Policy Analyst

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Civil Servant

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Government Official

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Public Sector Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentPublic SectorCivil ServiceNon-Profit

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Contextual Issues in Government Business

3h

Unit 1: Government and Governance

3 study hours
  • •Read the unit introduction and objectives.
  • •Study the concepts of government and governance.
  • •Identify the branches of government in Nigeria.
  • •Understand the role of the constitution.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
2

Module 1: Contextual Issues in Government Business

3h

Unit 2: Environment and its Influence

3 study hours
  • •Examine the historical antecedents shaping governance in Nigeria.
  • •Identify environmental factors influencing government business.
  • •Analyze the impact of each factor on government operations.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
3

Module 1: Contextual Issues in Government Business

3h

Unit 3: Constitutional Provisions

3 study hours
  • •Define the concept of 'constitution'.
  • •Trace constitutional development in Nigeria.
  • •Analyze the 1999 constitution.
  • •Derive lessons for the conduct of government business.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
4

Module 1: Contextual Issues in Government Business

3h

Unit 4: Public Policy Analysis and Implementation

3 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of public policy.
  • •Trace stages in policy making and implementation.
  • •Discuss the impact of the environment.
  • •State the roles of major actors.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
5

Module 1: Contextual Issues in Government Business

3h

Unit 5: Decision Making in Government

3 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of decision making.
  • •Mention the multiple roles of the decision maker.
  • •Discuss the overlaps of politics and public sector decision making.
  • •Outline the roles of pressure groups and external environment.
Week
6

Module 2: Communication Procedures in Government Business

3h

Unit 1: Communication in Government

3 study hours
  • •Define communication.
  • •State the functions of communication.
  • •Explain the communication process.
  • •Identify areas and mode of communication in the public service.
  • •Outline barriers to effective communication.
Week
7

Module 2: Communication Procedures in Government Business

3h

Unit 2: The use of Nigeria's LINGUA FRANCA in Government

3 study hours
  • •Identify common errors in the use of English.
  • •State appropriate corrections.
  • •Apply correct English grammar in written communications.
  • •Complete the self-assessment exercise.
Week
8

Module 2: Communication Procedures in Government Business

3h

Unit 3: Editing Procedures and Techniques

3 study hours
  • •Explain the concepts of Editing and Proofreading.
  • •Outline qualities of a good editor and proofreader.
  • •Proofread and edit government draft documents.
Week
9

Module 2: Communication Procedures in Government Business

3h

Unit 4: Drafting, Minuting, Memo Writing, Official Letter Writing

3 study hours
  • •Explain drafting, minuting, memo writing, and official letter writing.
  • •State the various stages of each.
  • •Outline the format and strategies for writing each to acceptable standards.
Week
10

Module 2: Communication Procedures in Government Business

3h

Unit 5: Preparation of Council/Cabinet Memorandum

3 study hours
  • •Explain the term 'Memorandum'.
  • •Identify stages of writing an acceptable Council Memo.
  • •Explain the functions of the Council Secretariat.
  • •List steps to effective memoranda writing.
Week
11

Module 2: Communication Procedures in Government Business

3h

Unit 6: Report Writing

3 study hours
  • •Define the term 'Report'.
  • •Mention different types of Reports.
  • •Explain stages involved in Report writing.
  • •State how to write and present good Reports.
Week
12

Module 2: Communication Procedures in Government Business

6h

Unit 7: Speech Writing

3 study hours
  • •Define speech.
  • •Explain how to prepare a speech.
  • •Outline the structure of a speech.
  • •State the procedure for writing a good speech.

Unit 8: Servicing Meetings

3 study hours
  • •Mention types of meetings.
  • •Identify stages involved in meetings.
  • •Outline the format of minutes of a meeting.
Week
13

All Modules

3h

Final Revision

3 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Work on assignments and TMAs.
  • •Prepare for final examinations.

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 study schedule allocating time for each unit.

2

Focus on understanding key concepts and definitions.

3

Practice writing reports and memoranda.

4

Review case studies and examples.

5

Familiarize yourself with the Public Service Rules and Financial Regulations.

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