الكلية: معهد برامج الدراسات العليا This major focuses on the study of local governments, their structures, functions, and roles in public administration and community development. Students explore municipal management, urban planning, public policy, local governance, and community engagement. The program emphasizes practical skills, policy analysis, and administrative principles to address local challenges and enhance community well-being. Graduates are prepared for careers in municipal administration, urban planning, public policy, and community development. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of local governments and their roles in public administration. - Develop skills in municipal management, urban planning, and policy analysis. - Learn techniques for community engagement and public participation. - Explore principles of local governance, accountability, and transparency. - Understand regulatory frameworks, ethical considerations, and best practices in local government. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in local governance and community development. - Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for addressing local issues. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Local Governments** - Overview of local governments, their structures, functions, and historical evolution. - Fundamentals of public administration and local governance. 2. **Municipal Management** - Principles of municipal management, including budgeting and service delivery. - Techniques for effective municipal administration. 3. **Urban Planning** - Fundamentals of urban planning, including land use and infrastructure development. - Techniques for creating sustainable urban environments. 4. **Public Policy and Local Governance** - Methods for developing and implementing local public policies. - Techniques for ensuring effective governance. 5. **Community Engagement and Participation** - Principles of community engagement and public participation. - Techniques for involving communities in decision-making processes. 6. **Local Economic Development** - Strategies for fostering local economic growth and community development. - Techniques for supporting local businesses and entrepreneurship. 7. **Environmental Management and Sustainability** - Principles of environmental management and sustainability in local governance. - Techniques for promoting environmental stewardship and sustainable development. 8. **Ethical Considerations and Best Practices** - Understanding ethical considerations and best practices in local government. - Techniques for ensuring transparency and ethical conduct. 9. **Emerging Trends in Local Governments** - Analysis of innovations such as smart cities and e-government. - Techniques for adapting to new trends and technologies. 10. **Capstone Project in Local Governments** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in addressing local governance challenges. - Techniques for delivering comprehensive solutions to local issues. **Assessment Methods:** - Municipal management plans, urban planning projects, policy analyses, community engagement strategies, research papers, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Local Government Management" by George Frederickson and Kevin B. Smith. - "Urban Planning: A Very Short Introduction" by Patsy Healey. - "Public Policy" by Michael E. Kraft and Scott R. Furlong. - "Community Engagement" by Nick Wates. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of public administration, urban planning, and policy analysis. Suitable for students interested in local governance, municipal management, urban planning, and community development. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Local Governments and pursue professional certifications such as Certified Public Manager (CPM). **Target Audience:** Aspiring municipal administrators, urban planners, public policy analysts, and community development specialists seeking to specialize in local governance and community development. This major equips students with the skills needed to excel in local governments, supporting effective public administration, community development, and urban planning.