Public Policy (PUBPOL)Public Policy

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Course descriptions provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

PUBPOL 2031

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: SOC 2031

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  1651 PUBPOL 2031   SEM 101

    • MTWRF
    • May 26 - Jun 4, 2026
    • Sassler, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Taught in Copenhagen, Denmark. Prerequisite: B average in Spring 2026 PUBPOL 2030. Course fee: $2,400–$2,800, which covers lodging and course-related activities; students are responsible for airfare and meals. Travel dates are May 24 and June 5, 2026. (Students may choose to depart on June 4 after class ends, though lodging will be reserved through June 5.)

PUBPOL 2208

This course surveys research on inequalities in education, income, wealth, prestige, occupation, political power, and health in the U.S. and other rich countries. How much inequality exists and why is ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Three Week - First.  Combined with: AMST 2208SOC 2208

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1707 PUBPOL 2208   LEC 001

    • Jun 1 - Jun 18, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.
    Enrollment open to: Precollege Studies Online program students. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/precollege/program/online.

Syllabi: none
  •   Three Week - Second.  Combined with: AMST 2208SOC 2208

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1708 PUBPOL 2208   LEC 002

    • Jun 22 - Jul 10, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.
    Enrollment open to: Precollege Studies Online program students. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/precollege/program/online.

PUBPOL 2320

This course explores trends in democracy around the world as both a product of public policy (which policies support and bolster democratic transitions and endurance), and as a factor that shapes ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: GOVT 2323

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1678 PUBPOL 2320   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jun 9 - Jul 30, 2026
    • Garrett, T

      Vidaurri Mudd, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: Cornell in Washington, Brooks DC Connect program students. Add and Drop Deadline: TBD.

PUBPOL 3071

The US and the global community face a number of complex, interconnected and enduring issues that pose challenges for our political and policy governance institutions and society at large. Exploring how ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: AMST 3071GOVT 3071

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  1646 PUBPOL 3071   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jun 8 - Jul 29, 2026
    • Silbey, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Add/drop Deadline: TBD.
    This is part of the Cornell in Washington (CIW) program.

PUBPOL 3620

Population problems are central to societal change in numerous areas- inequality, immigration and diversity, race relations, family life, health and aging, and social welfare systems. This class explores ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Summer Special Session 1.  Combined with: SOC 3620

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1649 PUBPOL 3620   LEC 001

    • MTWRF
    • May 26 - Jun 12, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

PUBPOL 4530

Mental health conditions are an increasing global concern but remain underprioritized in worldwide public health and policy, especially in low-resource and indigenous communities. This field-based course ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Six Week Summer.  Combined with: ANTHR 4530

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  1738 PUBPOL 4530   SEM 101

    • MTWRF
    • Jul 6 - Aug 7, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

PUBPOL 5019

In this class, we will use data-related case studies to understand the common problems organizations and policymakers face, how they use data to benefit their organization and key components that are driving ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  1669 PUBPOL 5019   LEC 001

    • TR
    • May 26 - Jun 25, 2026
    • Chiazza, B

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5112

This graduate-level survey course addressing issues in public administration is designed for Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students pursuing careers in government agencies, state and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  1663 PUBPOL 5112   SEM 101

    • TR
    • May 26 - Jun 25, 2026
    • O'Toole, T

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous

    Add and Drop Deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5147

A vital skill in business and in life is being able to connect with other people by making your case and communicating genuine emotion, even in the most intimidating circumstances. In this course, you ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  1673 PUBPOL 5147   LEC 001

    • Jun 28 - Aug 1, 2026
    • Rapp, L

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous

    Add Deadline: TBD. Drop Deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5174

Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are increasingly being used as strategies to address significant public policy challenges, particularly in the developing world. This summer Executive Master of Public ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  1674 PUBPOL 5174   LEC 001

    • R
    • Aug 6, 2026
    • Salas Castro, A

    • F
    • Aug 7, 2026
    • Salas Castro, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  1937 PUBPOL 5174   LEC 002

    • R
    • Aug 6, 2026
    • Salas Castro, A

    • F
    • Aug 7, 2026
    • Salas Castro, A

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5213

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. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  1665 PUBPOL 5213   LEC 001

    • May 26 - Jun 25, 2026
    • Sanders, N

    • MTW
    • Aug 3 - Aug 5, 2026
    • Mathios, A

  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person

    Add/drop deadline: TBD
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  1938 PUBPOL 5213   LEC 002

    • May 26 - Jun 25, 2026
    • Sanders, N

    • MTW
    • Aug 3 - Aug 5, 2026
    • Mathios, A

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5283

Population health focuses on the health and well-being of entire populations. Populations may be geographically defined, such as neighborhoods or counties; may be based on groups of individuals who share ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  •  1656 PUBPOL 5283   LEC 001

    • T
    • Jun 2, 2026
    • Sprung, L

    • T
    • Jun 2, 2026
    • Sprung, L

    • W
    • Jun 3, 2026
    • Sprung, L

    • R
    • Jun 4, 2026
    • Sprung, L

    • F
    • Jun 5, 2026
    • Sprung, L

    • F
    • Jun 5, 2026
    • Sprung, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.

PUBPOL 5353

This course examines the various stakeholders of the U.S. health care system and how the stakeholders interact with one another, examining the objectives and structure of key financers of medical care ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  1655 PUBPOL 5353   LEC 001

    • M
    • Jun 1, 2026
    • Richards, M

    • M
    • Jun 1, 2026
    • Richards, M

    • W
    • Jun 3, 2026
    • Richards, M

    • R
    • Jun 4, 2026
    • Richards, M

    • T
    • Jun 7 - Jul 7, 2026
    • Sprung, L

  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person

    Add and Drop Deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.

PUBPOL 5413

Designed for Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students, this course provides a practitioner's focus on financial, managerial, and leadership issues in the non-profit sector, including ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  •  1664 PUBPOL 5413   LEC 001

    • Jun 28 - Aug 1, 2026
    • Grasso, J

    • M
    • Aug 3, 2026
    • Grasso, J

    • T
    • Aug 4, 2026
    • Grasso, J

    • W
    • Aug 5, 2026
    • Grasso, J

  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  •  1939 PUBPOL 5413   LEC 002

    • Jun 28 - Aug 5, 2026
    • Grasso, J

    • M
    • Aug 3, 2026
    • Grasso, J

    • TW
    • Aug 4 - Aug 5, 2026
    • Grasso, J

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5415

This Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) course is designed to prepare leaders on how to best manage public sector projects including but not limited to government agencies, nonprofits, consulting ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5 Credits Graded

  •  1676 PUBPOL 5415   LEC 001

    • MT
    • Aug 3 - Aug 4, 2026
    • Brenner, R

    • W
    • Aug 5, 2026
    • Brenner, R

    • W
    • Aug 5, 2026
    • Brenner, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    On Wednesday, August 5, 2026 all sessions will take place at the Corning Museum of Glass.
    Add and Drop Deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5 Credits Graded

  •  1677 PUBPOL 5415   LEC 002

    • MT
    • Aug 3 - Aug 4, 2026
    • Brenner, R

    • W
    • Aug 5, 2026
    • Brenner, R

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add and Drop Deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 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
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  1668 PUBPOL 5434   LEC 001

    • May 26 - Jun 25, 2026
    • DeShields, J

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5453

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. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  •  1666 PUBPOL 5453   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jun 28 - Jul 30, 2026
    • Rivero, T

    • R
    • Aug 6, 2026
    • Rivero, T

    • F
    • Aug 7, 2026
    • Rivero, T

    • S
    • Aug 8, 2026
    • Rivero, T

  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  •  1940 PUBPOL 5453   LEC 002

    • TR
    • Jun 28 - Jul 30, 2026
    • Rivero, T

    • R
    • Aug 6, 2026
    • Rivero, T

    • F
    • Aug 7, 2026
    • Rivero, T

    • S
    • Aug 8, 2026
    • Rivero, T

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5475

This course will equip students with an understanding of the technical, strategic, organizational, managerial, societal, and policy-related issues surrounding technologies in public and related sectors, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  1670 PUBPOL 5475   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jun 28 - Jul 30, 2026
    • Su, N

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5633

This case-based course focuses on the financial analyses that managers in the health care industry use to make strategic and operating decisions. We will begin by examining how health insurers design ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  •  1660 PUBPOL 5633   LEC 001

    • T
    • May 26, 2026
    • Nicholson, S

    • MW
    • Jun 1 - Jun 15, 2026
    • Nicholson, S

    • T
    • Jun 16, 2026
    • Nicholson, S

    • MW
    • Jun 22 - Jul 1, 2026
    • Nicholson, S

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.

PUBPOL 5663

Examines strategy and design issues faced by health care organizations. Topics include analysis of market conditions, organizational culture issues, development of an organizational mission and management ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  1654 PUBPOL 5663   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jul 6 - Aug 5, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.

PUBPOL 5693

An introduction to statistical methods. Topics to be covered include the descriptive analysis of data, probability concepts and distributions, estimation and hypothesis testing, regression and correlation ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  •  1653 PUBPOL 5693   LEC 001

    • Jul 5 - Aug 15, 2026
    • Van Es, C

    • M
    • Jul 6, 2026
    • Van Es, C

    • M
    • Aug 10, 2026
    • Van Es, C

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.

PUBPOL 5733

This is an Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) course designed to prepare leaders and develop an understanding of problems and trends in disaster policy, recovery, planning, and management. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  1671 PUBPOL 5733   LEC 001

    • MT
    • Aug 3 - Aug 4, 2026
    • Brenner, R

    • R
    • Aug 6, 2026
    • Brenner, R

    • W
    • Aug 5, 2026
    • Brenner, R

    • W
    • Aug 5, 2026
    • Brenner, R

    • W
    • Aug 5, 2026
    • Brenner, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    On Wednesday, August 5, 2026 all sessions will take place at the Corning Museum of Glass.
    Add and Drop Deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  1672 PUBPOL 5733   LEC 002

    • MT
    • Aug 3 - Aug 4, 2026
    • Brenner, R

    • W
    • Aug 5, 2026
    • Brenner, R

    • R
    • Aug 6, 2026
    • Brenner, R

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add and Drop Deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5773

This case-based course serves as an introduction to health care services marketing. The course is intended to give students an appreciation for the marketing discipline and how it can be used as a tool ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  •  1658 PUBPOL 5773   LEC 001

    • May 26 - Jul 2, 2026
    • Ashouri, N

    • R
    • May 28, 2026
    • Ashouri, N

    • R
    • Jun 11, 2026
    • Ashouri, N

    • T
    • Jun 23, 2026
    • Ashouri, N

    • R
    • Jul 2, 2026
    • Ashouri, N

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.

PUBPOL 5853

Digital transformation isn't just for tech startups. It's a critical strategic focus area for today's leaders - and an initiative necessary for nearly every organization or venture to compete. In this ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  1667 PUBPOL 5853   LEC 001

    • Jul 5 - Aug 15, 2026
    • Girotra, K

    • F
    • Jul 10, 2026
    • Girotra, K

    • F
    • Aug 7, 2026
    • Girotra, K

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.

PUBPOL 5913

This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to expand their knowledge and understanding of the key leadership skills required for success in today's volatile, uncertain, complex, and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  1661 PUBPOL 5913   LEC 001

    • Jul 5 - Aug 15, 2026
    • Casey, G

    • T
    • Jul 7, 2026
    • Casey, G

    • T
    • Aug 11, 2026
    • Casey, G

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  1662 PUBPOL 5913   LEC 002

    • W
    • Jul 1, 2026
    • Casey, G

    • W
    • Jul 15, 2026
    • Casey, G

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add Deadline: TBD. Drop Deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5953

The course is the first half of the integrative capstone experience combining the competencies and knowledge gained during the first three semesters of the students' time at Sloan and the experiences gained ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  1659 PUBPOL 5953   PRA 401

    • Jun 7 - Aug 15, 2026
    • Sprung, L

    • Su
    • May 31, 2026
    • Sprung, L

  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.

PUBPOL 5954

The course is the second half of the integrative capstone experience combining the competencies and knowledge gained during the last two semesters of the students' time at Sloan and the experiences gained ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  1675 PUBPOL 5954   PRA 401

    • Fabrizio, N

    • T
    • Jul 21, 2026
    • Fabrizio, N

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add/drop deadline: TBD
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.

PUBPOL 5980

The course is designed to act as an integrative experience combining the competencies and knowledge gained during the student’s time in the EMPA program and the experiences gained in employment. The field ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  1679 PUBPOL 5980   PRA 401

    • Jun 28 - Aug 15, 2026
    • Lehman, J

    • M
    • Jul 13, 2026
    • Lehman, J

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add/drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5983

The course is designed to act as an integrative experience combining the competencies and knowledge gained during the student’s time in the EMPA program and the experiences gained in employment. The field ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  1680 PUBPOL 5983   PRA 401

    • M
    • Jun 1, 2026
    • Miller, L

    • Miller, L

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    Add deadline: TBD. Drop deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.

PUBPOL 5990

Provides students with information and exposure to current and emerging issues in the health services industry. Topics may include financial management of health care facilities, human resource management, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  1918 PUBPOL 5990   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jul 14 - Aug 13, 2026
    • Hollis, B

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous

    Add/Drop Deadline: TBD.
    Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.