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Northern Virginia Community College offers these courses in
Public Administration and Management.
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PBS 100 Introduction to Public Administration
Focuses on principles underlying public administration in federal,
state, and local government. Examines the role of government,
administrative and policy processes, organizational structure, basic
problems of management, administrative responsibility, and the future of
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PBS 105 Personnel Management in Public Sector
Studies modern public service, including personnel in
government: personnel management, benefits and wages, staffing, and growth
and development. Also examines issues of public personnel
management, motivation, productivity, labor management relations, equal opportunity
through affirmative action; and professionalism.
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PBS 116 Public Budgeting and Finance
Reviews history of different approaches to public
budgeting and examines the budgeting process in government. Examines
the development of public planning at all levels of government with an
emphasis on budgetary process. Gives consideration to revenue
sources, administration, and structure. |
PBS 240 Constitutional Law
Surveys state and federal constitutional provisions
pertinent to the relations between state and federal governments.
Examines separation of powers, delegation of powers, interstate relations,
commerce powers, civil rights, and liberties. Gives consideration to
the establishment and interpretation of federal, state, and local
regulations which implement public policy.
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PBS 255 Management of the Modern City
Teaches basic concepts of city administration.
Covers relationships among city, state, and federal jurisdictions as well
as cooperative efforts among city departments. Uses case study
methods to emphasize the environment and organization of the city, the
city administrator, and intergovernmental relationships affecting the
city.
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