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PUAD 502 QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
The study and application of research methodology for organizations
for use as a tool in decision-making. Emphasis is on applied research
theories and designs for methodological approaches that apply non-
experimental and quasi-experimental research designs as part of the
research strategy.

PUAD 503 MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
This course examines the various types of management systems and
controls that are utilized in large complex systems for the purpose of
tracking organizational performance. Students will study the
relationship between strategic management and performance
monitoring. An overview of management information systems and their
relationship to organizational politics will be covered as a necessary
part of understanding how planning and
management control systems operate. The emphasis in this course is
on public sector organizations.

PUAD 524 PUBLIC BUDGETING
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
Concepts, principles, and practices and their specific application to the
development of resources in support of programs and the allocation of
these resources against the demands at national, state, and local levels.
The student will evaluate performance budgeting, PPBS, and zero-
based budgeting.

PUAD 525 SPECIALIZED INDIVIDUAL STUDY (Elective Course)
Prerequisites: Approval of Advisor
Credits: 3
Specialized individual study requires the student to do a major study
that applies and integrates prior learning and course work. The student
may design a project from an academic domain that is relevant for the
Public Administration discipline as approved by the advisor/instructor.

PUAD 601 CONCEPTS OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

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