PADM 5441

PADM 5441

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2023-2024.

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 feature lectures, interactive discussion, written deliverables, workshops, and guest speakers. As a graduate-level course, students are expected to have thoroughly read all materials prior to class and be prepared to discuss readings in class.

When Offered Fall.

Permission Note Enrollment limited to Master of Public Administration (MPA) students or by permission of the instructor.

Distribution Category (KCM-HE, SBA-HE)

Outcomes
  • Identify and assess targeted audience for writing in the context public policymaking and develop effective written communication.
  • Generate evidence for a written argument.
  • Draft a variety of written communication pieces that demonstrate mastery of the various genres of writing associated with public policy.
  • Demonstrate peer review techniques, such as editing and critiquing writing by peers.

View Enrollment Information

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