Faculty: Economics and Administrative Sciences This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of public administration, focusing on the management of public organizations, policy development, and governance. Students will explore key areas such as public policy analysis, budgeting, human resource management, and ethical leadership. The program emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication to prepare students for careers in government, non-profits, and public service organizations. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of public administration and its role in society. - Develop skills in policy analysis, implementation, and evaluation. - Learn techniques for budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation. - Explore human resource management and organizational behavior in public organizations. - Understand ethical leadership and decision-making in public service. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in public governance and administration. - Develop communication and collaboration skills for effective public service. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Public Administration** - Overview of public administration, its history, and its significance in governance. 2. **Public Policy Analysis and Development** - Principles of policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation. - Techniques for analyzing policy impacts and outcomes. 3. **Public Budgeting and Financial Management** - Fundamentals of budgeting, revenue generation, and expenditure control. - Techniques for ensuring financial accountability and transparency. 4. **Human Resource Management in Public Organizations** - Principles of recruitment, training, and performance evaluation. - Techniques for fostering a productive and inclusive workplace. 5. **Ethical Leadership and Decision-Making** - Overview of ethical frameworks and their application in public service. - Techniques for making ethical and effective decisions. 6. **Public Governance and Administration** - Study of governance structures and their impact on public administration. - Techniques for improving organizational efficiency and effectiveness. 7. **Strategic Planning and Management** - Principles of strategic planning and its role in achieving organizational goals. - Techniques for managing change and innovation in public organizations. 8. **Public Sector Communication and Advocacy** - Strategies for effective communication with stakeholders and the public. - Techniques for advocacy and public relations in the public sector. 9. **Emerging Trends in Public Administration** - Exploration of digital transformation, e-governance, and data-driven decision-making. - Techniques for adapting to new trends and technologies in public administration. 10. **Capstone Project** - Real-world project to address a public administration challenge or opportunity. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive and actionable solution. **Assessment Methods:** - Case studies and presentations on public administration challenges. - Written assignments on policy analysis, budgeting, and ethical leadership. - Group projects and simulations of public sector scenarios. - Participation in internships or fieldwork with public organizations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Public Administration: An Introduction" by Marc Holzer and Richard W. Schwester. - "Public Policy: Politics, Analysis, and Alternatives" by Michael E. Kraft and Scott R. Furlong. - "The Effective Public Manager" by Steven Cohen, William Eimicke, and Tanya Heikkila. - "Public Administration and Public Affairs" by Nicholas Henry. **Prerequisites:** No prior experience required, but an interest in public service and governance is recommended. Suitable for students in political science, business, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 3-4 years, including internships, fieldwork, and capstone projects. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Public Administration or a related field, depending on the program and institution. **Target Audience:** Aspiring public administrators, policy analysts, and professionals seeking to lead and innovate in government, non-profits, and public service organizations. This major equips students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding needed to excel in public administration, contributing to effective governance and the betterment of society.