PUA 322: Management Information Systems. This course examines technical, psychological and behavioral aspects of information systems, life cycles, and information controls. Credit: 3 semester hours.
PUA 371/HED 371/SOW 371: Introduction to Public Health. Prerequisite: HED 221 or consent of instructor. A survey course that develops an understanding and appreciation for factors affecting health status and its contribution to individual and community health. Credit: 3 semester hours.
PUA 400: Policy Analysis and Program Evaluation. Analysis of the impact of programs and policies in the public sector. Credit: 3 semester hours.
PUA 401: Organizational Behavior and the Bureaucratic Structure. A study of behavior in public organizations and practical use of organizational theories in effective public management. Credit: 3 semester hours.
PUA 402: Human Resources Management in Public Agencies. An introduction to human resource management. The topics may include recruitment, personnel development, job analysis, productivity, employee assistance services, and grievance analysis. Credit: 3 semester hours.
PUA 404: African Public Administration and Policies. Compares the administrative system of Sub-Saharan African countries in light of prevailing political, legal, economic, and cultural influences. Credit: 3 semester hours.
PUA 491: Internship. Integrates theoretical perspectives with work as an intern in a public or non-profit setting. Prerequisites: Declared major or minor in Public Administration; not already employed full-time in the field; prior permission of the instructor. Credit: 3 semester hours.
PUA 495: Directed Study. An organized course of readings, oral and written reports, and examinations arranged by a faculty member whose areas of specialization coincides with the student's interest. Prerequisite: Prior permission by the instructor and the Chair. Credit: 3 semester hours.
PUA 497: Special Topics. A seminar for the discussion of special topics in public administration. May be repeated once. Credit: 3 semester hours.
PUA 499: Senior Seminar. * A capstone experience for public administration majors. The seminar will integrate theory and research with practice. Prerequisite: PUA 302, 303, 305, and 400, or consent of the Chair. Credit: 3 semester hours.
REC 101: Introduction to Recreation. Special attention is given to the history of recreation, principles of organization, finance, administration, and supervision. Credit: 3 semester hours.
REC 201: Recreational Games and Sports. The theory and practice of teaching recreational games and sports needed in developing sound recreational programs. Prerequisite: REC 101 or approval of chairperson. Credit: 3 semester hours.
REC 322: Inclusion and Special Recreation. Introduces students to the philosophy, objectives, and basic concepts of inclusive recreation. Field work required. Prerequisite: REC 101 or approval of chairperson. Credit: 3 semester hours.