Public Administration (PADM)Public Policy

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Course descriptions provided by the Courses of Study 2023-2024. Courses of Study 2023-2024 is scheduled to publish mid-June.

PADM 4717

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PADM 5717PUBPOL 4717

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 11740 PADM 4717   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5000

This course is for students wishing to do independent study with a PADM faculty member. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-5 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8709 PADM 5000   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Miller, L

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-5 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8710 PADM 5000   IND 603

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Mathiason, J

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-5 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8811 PADM 5000   IND 605

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Ahmad, R

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1-5 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 12533 PADM 5000   IND 606

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Oct 6, 2023
    • Eiseman, D

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 21374 PADM 5000   IND 607

    • TBA
    • Oct 11 - Dec 4, 2023
    • O'Toole, T

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

PADM 5009

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • 10724 PADM 5009   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5110

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8708 PADM 5110   SEM 101

    • MW Savage Hall 200
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • O'Toole, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 10746 PADM 5110   SEM 102

    • MW Warren Hall B75
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Lamb, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5210

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8742 PADM 5210   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5310

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 10839 PADM 5310   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 10840 PADM 5310   DIS 201

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 10841 PADM 5310   DIS 202

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 10842 PADM 5310   DIS 203

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 10843 PADM 5310   DIS 204

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5340

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 18723 PADM 5340   LEC 001

    • TR Kennedy Hall 213
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Eiseman, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5342

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 0.5 Credits Graded

  • 12815 PADM 5342   LEC 001

    • S
    • Oct 11 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Mathiason, J

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
    Enrollment limited to EMPA students.

PADM 5414

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8804 PADM 5414   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 10742 PADM 5414   LEC 002

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5425

No description available. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 19522 PADM 5425   LEC 001

    • MW Savage Hall 100
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Geiszler, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5434

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  • 20837 PADM 5434   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
    This is a make-up section for only EPUB students.

PADM 5441

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 12459 PADM 5441   LEC 001

    • TR Warren Hall 173
    • Oct 11 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Lamb, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 12754 PADM 5441   LEC 002

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5449

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8667 PADM 5449   LEC 001

    • F Warren Hall B75
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Cabrera, D

      Cabrera, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5450

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8591 PADM 5450   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
    MPA Students or Instructor Permission.

PADM 5455

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one seminar and one field studies. Combined with: PADM 5458

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 11198 PADM 5455   SEM 101

  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
    This course has a required field trek to San Jose, Costa Rica, October 22 - 27, 2023.

  • 12093 PADM 5455   FLD 801

    • MTWRFSu TBA
    • Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2023
    • O'Toole, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    This course has a required field trek to San Jose, Costa Rica, November 13-18, 2022.

PADM 5458

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one field studies. Combined with: PADM 5455

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 12094 PADM 5458   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person

  • 12095 PADM 5458   FLD 801

    • MTWRFSu TBA
    • Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2023
    • O'Toole, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    This class requires a field trek to San Jose, Costa Rica, November 13-18, 2022.

PADM 5607

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 21373 PADM 5607   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5634

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 10745 PADM 5634   LEC 001

    • M Savage Hall 100
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Ahmad, R

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous

PADM 5659

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 0.5 Credits Graded

  • 20265 PADM 5659   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
    Enrollment limited to EMPA students.

PADM 5717

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PADM 4717PUBPOL 4717

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 10726 PADM 5717   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5758

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  • 19856 PADM 5758   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5848

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First.  Combined with: ILRID 4635ILRID 6635LAW 6635

  • 1.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 19855 PADM 5848   LEC 001

    • MW Ives Hall 111
    • Aug 21 - Oct 6, 2023
    • Greer, I

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5856

We will address major challenges in international human rights law, policy and practice.  Specific topics include children's rights, the rights of refugees and migrants, freedom from torture, the death ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits Graded

  • 20264 PADM 5856   LEC 001

    • S Online Meeting
    • Aug 26 - Sep 16, 2023
    • Dufresne, A

  • Instruction Mode: Online
    Enrollment limited to EMPA students.

PADM 5900

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  8678 PADM 5900   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Attendance is required during the first week of class, in order to remain in the class.

PADM 5910

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  8306 PADM 5910   SEM 102

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5930

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  • 12655 PADM 5930   LEC 001

    • MW Fernow Hall G24
    • Oct 11 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Miller, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PADM 5949

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one seminar and one field studies.

  • 1.5 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8854 PADM 5949   SEM 101

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 19463 PADM 5949   FLD 801

    • MTWRS TBA Other Domestic
    • Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2023
    • Cabrera, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Taught in Lake Placid, NY.

PADM 5950

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  8661 PADM 5950   SEM 101

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Enrollment limited to: MPA students.

PADM 5953

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

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5-4 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  8852 PADM 5953   LEC 001

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Miller, L

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5-4 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 12145 PADM 5953   LEC 002

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Eiseman, D

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous