Introduction to the scope and methods of applied research for the public sector.

Explores the history, theories and dynamics of not-for-profit organizations in the United States, with focus on organizations with local or regional services areas.

Introduction to statistical methods for use in managerial decision-making, policy analysis and social science research.

The general concepts, principles, and techniques of personnel administration and employee relations as applied in governmental units and agencies.

The general concepts, principles and techniques of financial management as they are applied in governmental units and agencies.

Dynamics of governmental administration including administrative principles, decision-making, communication, leadership, organizational models, and the social, economic, legal and political milieu of administration.