Public Administration (PADM)Public Policy
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Classes
PADM 4717
Course Description
The course utilizes discussions, presentations, research papers, and simulations to explore the policy, financial, and business implications, opportunities, and risks, of climate change, specifically the ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PADM 5717, PUBPOL 4717
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR M Van Rensselaer Hall 1157
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Mosley, G
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5000
Course Description
This course is for students wishing to do independent study with a PADM faculty member. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PADM 5009
Course Description
This course prepares MPA students to enter the job market with the expertise and experience to launch a successful career as well as obtain professional skills necessary to be leaders in the field of public ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F M Van Rensselaer Hall G151
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Bartell, C
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5110
Course Description
This course prepares students to work within government departments and agencies, state and local authorities, and nonprofit public benefit corporations; and with private firms working in the public interest ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Savage Hall 200
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
O'Toole, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Warren Hall B75
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Lamb, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PADM 5210
Course Description
The primary learning goals of this course are (1) to understand the core concepts of microeconomics and (2) to develop analytical/problem-solving skills. This course differs from typical intermediate-level ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR M Van Rensselaer Hall G151
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Mathios, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5310
Course Description
This class is an applied introduction to multivariate statistical inference that is aimed at graduate students with little prior statistical experience, and satisfies the Quantitative Methods and Analytics ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR M Van Rensselaer Hall G151
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Miller, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R M Van Rensselaer Hall 1106
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Miller, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R M Van Rensselaer Hall 1106
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Miller, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F M Van Rensselaer Hall 1106
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Miller, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F M Van Rensselaer Hall 1106
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Miller, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5340
Course Description
This graduate-level course provides an introduction to basic evaluation concepts and main types of evaluation approach, as well as the norms, values and inherent tensions of professional evaluation ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 213
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Eiseman, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5342
Course Description
The course examines results-based management of the programs and projects of international organizations, public and not-for-profit, with an emphasis on the evaluation aspect. To do this, it examines how ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PADM 5414
Course Description
This hands-on, graduate-level course is designed to prepare leaders how to best manage public sector projects including but not limited to government agencies, nonprofits, consulting firms, and think tanks. ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW M Van Rensselaer Hall 1153
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Brenner, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW M Van Rensselaer Hall 1153
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Brenner, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PADM 5425
Course Description
No description available. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Savage Hall 100
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Geiszler, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5434
Course Description
This course will provide an overview of philanthropy, specific giving vehicles (annual fund, major gifts, capital gifts, deferred gifts, etc.), capital campaigns, grant writing, working with private foundations ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Online Meeting
- Aug 22 - Sep 23, 2023
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
This is a make-up section for only EPUB students.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PADM 5441
Course Description
The course explores policy writing in its various forms, including: memos, briefs, position papers, op-eds, legislative testimony, formal letters, email, press releases, and social media. This course will ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Warren Hall 173
- Oct 11 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Lamb, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Rockefeller Hall 231
- Oct 11 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Lamb, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5449
Course Description
This course serves as an introduction to systems thinking methods and technical tools in the field of public affairs. Students will develop skills that allow them to understand how to improve their analysis ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F Warren Hall B75
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Cabrera, D
Cabrera, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5450
Course Description
This course develops from a general discussion of the differences between management of international public and NGO organizations and similar organizations at the national level or below, through ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR M Van Rensselaer Hall 1153
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Mathiason, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
MPA Students or Instructor Permission.
PADM 5455
Course Description
The purpose of this seminar is to provide graduate students with an introduction to the scholarly development of comparative public administration, as well as criteria for comparison in public leadership, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one field studies. Combined with: PADM 5458
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M M Van Rensselaer Hall 1157
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
O'Toole, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
This course has a required field trek to San Jose, Costa Rica, October 22 - 27, 2023.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PADM 5458
Course Description
The purpose of this experiential learning seminar is to provide graduate students with an introduction to the scholarly development of comparative public administration, as well as criteria for comparison ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one field studies. Combined with: PADM 5455
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M M Van Rensselaer Hall 1157
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
O'Toole, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PADM 5607
Course Description
No description available. view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR M Van Rensselaer Hall 1157
- Oct 11 - Dec 7, 2023
Instructors
Rogers, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5634
Course Description
This interdisciplinary graduate-level survey course addresses issues related to the nature and extent of corruption and fraud, waste, and abuse in the public sector, and in private/nonprofit ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Savage Hall 100
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ahmad, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
PADM 5659
Course Description
When you're at work, you probably interact with employees, clients, and leaders from different backgrounds and cultures. Your Social Style® plays a role in how you communicate and behave in the workplace ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Online Meeting
- Oct 2 - Oct 28, 2023
Instructors
Mink, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Enrollment limited to EMPA students.
PADM 5717
Course Description
The course utilizes discussions, presentations, research papers, and simulations to explore the policy, financial, and business implications, opportunities, and risks, of climate change, specifically the ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PADM 4717, PUBPOL 4717
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR M Van Rensselaer Hall 1157
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Mosley, G
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5758
Course Description
Large, multi-billion dollar "mega" transportation projects can fundamentally change how we move people and goods, but they are tough to deliver – requiring decades to develop, complex capital structures, ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M M Van Rensselaer Hall 1151
- Aug 21 - Oct 6, 2023
Instructors
Aument, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5848
Course Description
Unemployment is damaging to individuals, families, and society. Governments around the world have attempted to mitigate these harms, in some countries through generous out-of-work benefits, targeted retraining ... view course details
Seven Week - First. Combined with: ILRID 4635, ILRID 6635, LAW 6635
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Ives Hall 111
- Aug 21 - Oct 6, 2023
Instructors
Greer, I
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5856
Course Description
We will address major challenges in international human rights law, policy and practice. Â Specific topics include children's rights, the rights of refugees and migrants, freedom from torture, the death ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- S Online Meeting
- Aug 26 - Sep 16, 2023
Instructors
Dufresne, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to EMPA students.
PADM 5900
Course Description
This class teaches practical skills that will enable students to work with clients in the local community, learn about organizational structure and culture, and gain real-world experience as they complete ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Caldwell Hall 100
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Eiseman, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Attendance is required during the first week of class, in order to remain in the class.
PADM 5910
Course Description
Provides 2nd year MPA students with opportunities to practice skills they've learned in their coursework and professional experiences to address policy or management problems for real-world clients in ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M M Van Rensselaer Hall 1157
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Miller, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5930
Course Description
This 7 week seminar course will focus on writing for policy and professional audiences in public affairs. This course is directed toward second-year students in the MPA program who plan to complete ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Fernow Hall G24
- Oct 11 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Miller, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5949
Course Description
This engaged learning course will connect students to real-world problems in systems thinking, mapping, and leadership. Students will learn about how to apply a range of cutting-edge tools in systems ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one field studies.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F M Van Rensselaer Hall 1151
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Cabrera, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MTWRS TBA Other Domestic
- Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2023
Instructors
Cabrera, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Taught in Lake Placid, NY.
PADM 5950
Course Description
Provides 2nd year MPA students with opportunities to practice skills they've learned in their coursework and professional experiences to address policy or management problems for real-world clients in ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T M Van Rensselaer Hall 1153
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Miller, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: MPA students.
PADM 5953
Course Description
Field Studies are the Capstone for Brooks School Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students. The course is designed to act as an integrative experience combining the competencies and knowledge ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))