Public Administration (PADM)Human Ecology
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Course descriptions provided by the Courses of Study 2022-2023.
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- Schedule of Classes - April 13, 2023 2:00PM EDT
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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
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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 1102
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Riedl, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 4858
Course Description
Through discussions, presentations, and research papers, we will examine increasing US inequality, and the interaction of business's role and impacts, alongside potential policy prescriptions (UBI, tax ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PADM 5858, SOC 4850, SOC 5850
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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 Ives Hall 111
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Riedl, D
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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)
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 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Reed, M
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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 Baker Laboratory 335
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
O'Toole, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Lamb, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5119
Course Description
This course for Executive MPA students addresses the role of leaders and leadership in public organizations (i.e., government entities). The course will be especially valuable for students considering ... view course details
PADM 5122
Course Description
Public affairs is a field that is heavily shaped by conflict, as well as opportunities for collaboration. Learning how to negotiate conflict and collaboration is therefore essential for successful professional ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Online Meeting
- Nov 7 - Dec 3, 2022
Instructors
Rivero, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
PADM 5128
Course Description
Debates on theories and practice of international development suggest that there have been serious challenges in ensuring aid effectiveness. Substantial investments made by 'donor' countries often fail ... 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
- TR Online Meeting
- Aug 29 - Sep 24, 2022
Instructors
Ahmad, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to EMPA students.
Department 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 22 - Dec 5, 2022
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 laboratory.
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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 G155
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
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 22 - Dec 5, 2022
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 22 - Dec 5, 2022
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 22 - Dec 5, 2022
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 1151
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Miller, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5313
Course Description
An introduction to statistical methods commonly used in managerial decision making. Topics to be covered include the descriptive analysis of data, inferential methods (estimation and hypothesis testing), ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- S Online Meeting
- Oct 3 - Oct 29, 2022
Instructors
Mathiason, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to EMPA students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PADM 5343
Course Description
This course is a general introduction to evaluation research for assessing social programs and interventions. The course uses an evolutionary and systems thinking perspective on evaluation. Students will ... view course details
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 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Brenner, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Brenner, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5415
Course Description
This EMPA 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. The goal of this ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PADM 5423
Course Description
In this course, you will construct and interpret accounts of revenue, accounts receivable, inventory, assets, long-term debt, and equity. You will have the opportunity to examine the rules for financial ... view course details
PADM 5424
Course Description
This course will contribute to the success of future public and nonprofit leaders by introducing them to a critical aspect of public service management….budgeting and finance. The class covers the terminology, ... view course details
PADM 5430
Course Description
In this course students will learn how to develop marketing strategies and messages for nonprofit organizations and how to apply these strategies to the promotion of public policy. Students will understand ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Online Meeting
- Nov 7 - Dec 3, 2022
Instructors
Eiseman, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to EMPA students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PADM 5431
Course Description
This course is designed for graduate students considering a career in the non-profit sector. It will provide an overview of philanthropy, specific giving vehicles (annual fund, major gifts, capital gifts, ... view course details
Seven Week - Second. Combined with: ILRID 6431
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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
- MW Savage Hall 200
- Oct 12 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Sandberg, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5433
Course Description
This graduate-level course addressing change management processes in public administration is designed for Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students pursuing careers in government agencies, ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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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
- TR Online Meeting
- Oct 3 - Oct 29, 2022
Instructors
Rivero, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to EMPA students.
Department 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 - First.
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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 1151
- Aug 22 - Oct 7, 2022
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 M Van Rensselaer Hall 1151
- Oct 12 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Lamb, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5442
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. While this course ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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 M Van Rensselaer Hall G155
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
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
- MW Caldwell Hall 100
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
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 1102
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
O'Toole, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
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 1102
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
O'Toole, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
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
- W M Van Rensselaer Hall 1157
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Ahmad, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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
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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 1102
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Riedl, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5833
Course Description
Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are hot-button topics, but what do they really mean? Inclusion, the ideal state, happens when people feel like they are an insider; they experience a feeling ... 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 3 - Oct 29, 2022
Instructors
Duss, H
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
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
2 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Ives Hall 108
- Aug 22 - Oct 7, 2022
Instructors
Greer, I
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5857
Course Description
This course is an introductory overview of the R programming language as it is applied to social science research, specifically data management and descriptive statistics. Through the fourteen (14) modules ... 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
- TBA Online Meeting
- Aug 29 - Sep 24, 2022
Instructors
Hess, C
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Enrollment limited to EMPA students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PADM 5858
Course Description
Through discussions, presentations, and research papers, we will examine increasing US inequality, and the interaction of business's role and impacts, alongside potential policy prescriptions (UBI, tax ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PADM 4858, SOC 4850, SOC 5850
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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 Ives Hall 111
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Riedl, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PADM 5859
Course Description
Even organizations with the best intentions could negatively impact human rights. Has your organization conducted due diligence of its operations to identify potential human rights concerns? Does your ... 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
- TBA Online Meeting
- Aug 29 - Sep 24, 2022
Instructors
Mariama-Arthur, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Enrollment limited to EMPA students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
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 M Van Rensselaer Hall 1157
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Eiseman, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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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Section Topic
Topic: CIPA Domestic Capstone
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M M Van Rensselaer Hall 1151
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
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 M Van Rensselaer Hall 1151
- Oct 12 - Dec 5, 2022
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.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-3 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 1106
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Cabrera, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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
- W M Van Rensselaer Hall 1151
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Miller, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: MPA students.
PADM 5953
Course Description
No description available. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5-4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Online Meeting
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Miller, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Online Meeting
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Eiseman, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous