MAPP501 - Foundations of Governance and Policy

Course Code: MAPP501 Course ID: 4676 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Graduate

In an increasingly complex geopolitical environment, concepts of “governance,” “polity,” and “policy” need exploration, definition, and clarity. This course lays the multi-disciplinary groundwork for this program, introducing the roots of the field and the expectations of the program. Students will explore the process of policy making, the conditions which influence administrative decisions, and the theoretical underpinnings of the discipline.