Course Overview

 course description for Public Administration that you can use for Purview University programs (either as a standalone course or part of a Bachelor’s degree):

Course Description – Public Administration

Course Title: Public Administration
Course Level: Undergraduate
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Introduction to Political Science / Basic Management Principles

Course Overview

Public Administration is the study of how government policies are implemented and how public institutions are managed. The course introduces students to the principles, theories, and practices of administration in the public sector, examining the structures, functions, and processes of government organizations. It also explores the relationship between politics and administration, the role of public servants, and the challenges of accountability, efficiency, and ethics in governance.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Understand the nature, scope, and significance of public administration in modern society.

2. Analyze the structures and functions of government institutions at local, national, and international levels.

3. Apply administrative theories and principles to real-world governance issues.

4. Evaluate the role of public administrators in policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation.

5. Demonstrate awareness of ethical standards, transparency, and accountability in public service.

Key Topics Covered

• Introduction to Public Administration: Nature, Scope, and Importance

• Evolution of Public Administration as a Discipline

• Theories and Approaches to Public Administration (Classical, Human Relations, Systems, New Public Management)

• Organizational Structures in Government

• Human Resource Management in the Public Sector

• Budgeting and Public Financial Administration

• Policy Formulation and Implementation

• Ethics and Accountability in Public Administration

• Public Service Delivery and Citizen Engagement

• Contemporary Issues in Public Administration (Globalization, E-Government, Governance Reforms)

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of key concepts, theories, and practices in public administration.

• Critically analyze administrative systems and processes.

• Apply problem-solving skills to improve public sector performance.

• Exhibit professional ethics, accountability, and leadership in administrative roles.

Assessment Methods

• Assignments and Term Papers (20%)

• Mid-Semester Examination (20%)

• Class Participation & Presentations (10%)

• Final Examination (50%)

Recommended Texts & References

• Nicholas Henry – Public Administration and Public Affairs

• M. Shafritz & A. Hyde – Classics of Public Administration

• Denhardt & Denhardt – Public Administration: An Action Orientation

• Rosenbloom, Kravchuk & Clerkin – Public Administration: Understanding Management, Politics, and Law

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