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OCTH 6000 - Foundations of Occupational Therapy and Theory
This course is designed to provide students with in-depth understanding and knowledge related to the history, philosophy, and practice of occupational therapy. Students apply the occupational therapy practice framework (OTPF) to various theories/frames of references (FOR) to drive evaluation and treatment assessments selection and administration. Additionally, a foundational understanding of the role of occupational therapists across various settings and populations. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6001 - Evidence Based Research and Practice
This is a required course within the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. It provides foundational knowledge that supports students' abilities to describe and interpret the scope of the profession, appraise new knowledge, create new knowledge, and interpret and apply this knowledge into everyday practice. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6002 - Neuroscience of Occupation
This course will provide the student with the study of the human nervous system as applied to daily occupational needs. Designed for occupational therapy (OT), the course is focused on pertinent material including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and disorders of the human nervous system as impacted by daily occupational engagement. Emphasis is put on the relationship between structure and function in the nervous system. Understanding the normal nervous system functioning is a starting point for comprehending various disorders of the nervous system. A key goal of this course is to provide students with sufficient knowledge for engaging in clinical problem solving, by applying neurophysiological and neuroanatomical principles to case studies of neurological disorders. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6003 - Pathophysiology of Conditions Across the Lifespan
This lecture course covers topics in the medical sciences relevant to rehabilitation professionals. The intent of the course is to provide students with knowledge of medical disorders commonly encountered by occupational therapists, and to provide an understanding of the medical management of these disorders and their impact upon a client's engagement in society. This course will focus upon the pathophysiology of the musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, endocrine, immunologic, and neuromuscular systems, plus the impact of one's own environment and socioeconomic status impact on their health to determine optimal clinical management of a client. Emphasis is placed on etiology, cellular, tissue, and structural pathologies, impairments, medical diagnosis and management, including pharmacologic management, and indications/contraindications for rehabilitation. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6004 - Human Movement for Occupations Task Analysis and Core Skills with Laboratory
Students learn to critically analyze human movement patterns during the use of activities from the biomechanical, developmental, cognitive, medical, and psychosocial perspectives. Students exhibit the ability to analyze tasks and therapeutic media relative to areas of occupation, performance skills, performance patterns, activity demands, context(s) such as crafts, games, and other activities. Students also learn to apply the teaching/learning process, occupational analysis, International Classification of Impairments, Disabilities, and Handicaps (ICIDH) classification, World Health Organization (WHO), and occupational therapy terminology under the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework to emphasize the health maintenance perspective of human occupation. Laboratory fee; 3 credits.
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OCTH 6005 - Occupational Therapy and Human Development Across the Lifespan
Study of normal human growth and development to include physical, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, psychological, and social components, as well as aspects of multiculturalism. The course will correlate occupational performance areas, components, and context to occupational therapy treatment process and activity analysis. Life role acquisition and competency will be stressed. Play and principles of play theory will be introduced. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6100 - Occupational Therapy Fieldwork 1A
Prerequisites: OCTH 6003 , OCTH 6004 . The fieldwork experience Level 1A is in a practice setting which allows the student to observe and apply didactic knowledge to the occupational therapy practice in a setting to support and expand their present knowledge. Course work can focus on clients with occupational dysfunction (i.e. pediatrics, physical disabilities, mental health) or from a health and wellness perspective. This fieldwork will also provide context for future semesters' coursework and clinical fieldwork. 2 credits.
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OCTH 6101 - Evaluation and Assessment Across the Lifespan/Conditions
Prerequisite: OCTH 6004 . This course will provide an introduction to principles of tests and measurement and outcomes-based assessment relevant to the practice of occupational therapy with infants, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. This course will include specific modules on assistive technology, wheelchair, orthopedic and dysphagia/swallowing and feeding evaluation and assessment across the lifespan. The course will include measurement theory, the assessment process and procedures, outcomes-based assessment, statistical methods, and test selection and interpretation in relation to cultural and socioeconomic sensitivity of the client. The role of the occupational therapy assistant in the evaluation process will be examined. A wide variety of evaluation and assessment instruments will be introduced. These include, but are not limited to, specified screening assessments, skilled observation, checklists, histories, interviews with the client/family/significant others, and standardized and non-standardized tests and batteries. Using the ICF as an overarching framework, evaluations covered will yield information about the clients' occupations across the levels of function, activity, and participation. Measurement tools will also be critiqued in regard to use and research evidence support. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6102 - Condition and Assessments with Laboratory: Physical Disabilities
Prerequisites: OCTH 6004 , OCTH 6005 . This course covers all aspects of identifying occupational needs of adults and older adults through evaluation and assessments for intervention and discharge planning as part of an interdisciplinary team and solo practitioner. This course includes selecting and implementing appropriate evaluation and assessments for planning interventions for many different types of adult conditions and various adult treatment settings. The student is instructed in occupational therapy theories/frames of reference, evaluation and assessment result interpretation. 4 credits.
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OCTH 6103 - Condition and Assessments with Laboratory: Pediatrics
Prerequisites: OCTH 6004 , OCTH 6005 . This course focuses on the application of pediatric frames of reference to specific problems, including gross, fine, and oral (feeding/eating/swallowing) motor skills, behavioral and social issues, handwriting, sensory integrative, visual, cognitive, and psychosocial problems within the framework of the multicultural family. Identifying the occupational needs of a pediatric client through the selection of assessments for the planning of individual and group interventions for physical, developmental, sensory integrative, perceptual/cognitive, and psychosocial dysfunctions as it applies to children and youth and their families. The role of OT for birth to three, school-based practice, emerging practice areas, and clinic/hospital based practice are covered including professional reasoning, standardized testing and documentation of OT services. 4 credits.
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OCTH 6104 - Condition and Assessments with Laboratory: Mental Health and Groups
Prerequisites: OCTH 6004 , OCTH 6005 . This course focuses on identifying occupational needs through assessment/intervention for clients with mental health and/or psychosocial issues. Teaches appropriate selection and implementation of assessments for the planning of interventions including group-based intervention, group dynamics, therapeutic use of self, stress management, and living skills training. 4 credits.
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OCTH 6200 - Occupational Therapy Leadership, Advocacy, Interprofessional Skills and Consultation Principles
This course assists the student in the transition from student to clinical practice and comprehending the context of service delivery. Students gain knowledge in management and leadership in varied settings in which occupational therapists practice. Topics include, but are not limited to: management functions, ethics in practice, grant writing, team dynamics, organizational structures, service planning, quality improvement, and financial management. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6201 - Cultural and Ethical Advocacy Applied Competency
This course is designed to introduce students to topics that involve ethical and cultural topics which can impact one's own decision-making in the healthcare and clinical education settings. Scenarios along with other methods are used to engage students in problem solving and articulating what occurs during ethical trade-offs before decisions are made. Topics include issues of conflict with values held by some stakeholders or members of the public; political and social circumstances; and when to impose restrictions on the freedom of individuals to protect the health of the community and the duties and obligations owed by citizens to the wider community. Students participate in political advocacy at the state or national level initiative that affects or shapes policy and has an impact on the community or population that is the focus of their doctoral concentration (higher education or clinical practice). 3 credits.
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OCTH 6202 - Lean Six Sigma for Healthcare Professional Certification
The healthcare industry has a unique set of challenges and regulatory considerations. When implemented properly, Lean Six Sigma can help a healthcare organization improve care to more people at a lower cost. Upon completion of the course, you will have the skills needed to apply Lean Six Sigma problem-solving methods to advance your leadership potential in the workplace and help your teams work more efficiently. Upon course completion the student will be able to earn the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate by passing the School of Health Science's Lean Six Sigma Green Belt final exam and completion of a final project utilizing the principles mastered in this class. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6500 - Occupational Therapy Practice and Intervention with Laboratory: Physical Disability
Prerequisite: OCTH 6102 . This course covers all aspects of identifying and treating the occupational needs of adults and older adults through occupation-based interventions. This course includes selecting and implementing appropriate interventions for many different types of adult conditions and various adult treatment settings. Training includes areas such as self-care, self-management, health management, compensatory strategies, grading and adapting activities, and referring to specialists. The student is instructed in occupational therapy theories/frames of reference, evaluation result interpretation, treatment techniques, and discharge planning for persons with orthopedic and other physical dysfunction conditions. Instruction in fabrication and application of splinting techniques and orthotics in occupational therapy practice. Basic principles and application of physical agent modalities are included. Laboratory fee; 4 credits.
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OCTH 6501 - Occupational Therapy Practice and Intervention with Laboratory: Pediatrics
Prerequisite: OCTH 6103 . This course focuses on the application of pediatric frames of reference for the implementation of intervention to the pediatric population to specific problems, including gross, fine, and oral (feeding/eating/swallowing) motor skills, behavioral and social issues, handwriting, sensory integrative, visual, cognitive, and psychosocial problems within the framework of the multicultural family. The planning of the occupational needs of a pediatric client for implementing occupation-based interventions to individual and group for physical, developmental, sensory integrative, perceptual/cognitive, and psychosocial dysfunctions. The role of OT for birth to three, school-based practice, emerging practice areas, and clinic/hospital based practice are covered including professional reasoning, therapeutic use of self, discharge planning, and documentation of OT services. Laboratory fee; 4 credits.
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OCTH 6502 - Occupational Therapy Practice and Intervention with Laboratory: Mental Health Groups
Prerequisite: OCTH 6104 . This course focuses on identifying occupational needs through the intervention and discharge process for clients with mental health and/or psychosocial issues. Teaches appropriate selection and implementation interventions including group-based intervention, group dynamics, therapeutic use of self, stress management, and living skills training. Laboratory fee; 4 credits.
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OCTH 6503 - Occupational Therapy Fieldwork 1B
Prerequisite: OCTH 6100 . The fieldwork experience Level 1B is in a practice setting which allows the student to observe and apply didactic knowledge to the occupational therapy practice in a setting to support and expand their present knowledge. Course work can focus on clients with occupational dysfunction (i.e. pediatrics, physical disabilities, mental health) or from a health and wellness perspective. This fieldwork will also provide context for future semesters' coursework and clinical fieldwork. 2 credits.
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OCTH 6504 - Reiki for the Healthcare Practitioner - Part 1 Certification
This course will teach the student the general principles of reiki and become familiarized with its history and roots. The student will receive three attunements which are focused on opening up the physical body so that it can then accept the energy. The student will learn how to feel and give reiki energy and practice on how to give as a treatment. On completion of the course, the student will receive the first reiki certificate towards becoming a reiki practitioner and education on how to use reiki in the occupational therapy and healthcare practice setting. The class will require extensive time in and out of class to implement skills obtained. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6600 - Occupational Therapy Research and Design and Evidence Based Practice
Prerequisite: OCTH 6001 . This course provides instruction for implementing and using the most commonly used quantitative and qualitative statistical methods for research development. Students will design a scholarly proposal including research question, literature review, sample, design, measurement, and data analysis. Course content will include defining research terminology, basic epidemiology, development of search terms, human subjects training, and the development of a research question. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6601 - Occupational Therapy Fieldwork 1C
Prerequisite: OCTH 6503 . The fieldwork experience Level 1C is in a practice setting which allows the student to observe and apply didactic knowledge to the occupational therapy practice in a setting to support and expand their present knowledge. Course work can focus on clients with occupational dysfunction (i.e. pediatrics, physical disabilities, mental health) or from a health and wellness perspective. This fieldwork will also provide context for future semesters' coursework and clinical fieldwork 2 credits.
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OCTH 6602 - Occupational Therapy Clinical Competency
Prerequisites: OCTH 6500 , OCTH 6501 , OCTH 6502 . This course includes final preparations for level two fieldwork as well as developing a study plan for the NBCOT board exam. Preparations for level two fieldwork include each student meeting all immunization and training requirements by fieldwork sites, review of fieldwork expectations, professional behavior expectations, and other requirements and expectations. The student will need to demonstrate evaluation, assessment, and intervention techniques frequently used at each site for demonstrated mastery in technique, application, and selection criteria. Preparations for the NBCOT board exam includes reviewing content areas, content area quizzes, taking a board prep exam, and developing a specific study plan based on content quizzes and results. 2 credits.
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OCTH 6603 - Program Evaluation and Development
Prerequisite: OCTH 6601 . This course will focus on the direct application of the analytical skills associated with developing and implementing evaluation for occupational therapy practitioners. Students will explore different types of program evaluation methodology, including needs assessment, formative research, process evaluation, monitoring of outputs and outcomes, impact assessment, and cost analysis. Students will study quantitative and qualitative strategies, how to communicate information to stakeholders, and how to design evaluations. 2 credits.
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OCTH 6604 - Reiki for the Healthcare Practitioner - Part 2 Certification
Prerequisite: OCTH 6504 . Reiki part 2 is learning and working to advance skills by using three reiki symbols. Whereas Reiki 1 focused on treating the physical body with hand placements, these symbols allow the practitioner to focus on mental and emotional imbalances as well. The use of symbols also intensifies the effects of hands on treatments. The concept of non-duality is also explored and learned through sending reiki energy to those not physically present and sending energy to past or future events. To do this, the student will learn how to utilize their intuitive side so that they feel confident and to gear their treatments towards the individual needs of the recipient. Upon completion of the course, they will receive the second reiki certificate and be qualified as a reiki practitioner. The student will learn how to integrate this practice into clinical practice and as a solo business practice. The class will require extensive time in and out of class to implement skills obtained. 3 credits.
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OCTH 6700 - Occupational Therapy Fieldwork 2A
Prerequisite: OCTH 6601 . Clinical education including exposure to a wide range of diagnoses and treatment in a variety of settings that will be supervised by a registered occupational therapist. The fieldwork site specific objectives will be designed for the development of specialized clinical skills. The purpose of the fieldwork experience is to provide students with the opportunities to integrate the theory and skills learned in the classroom within the clinical setting. Upon completion of the fieldwork experiences, the student is expected to perform at or above the minimum skill level of the entry-level occupational therapy professional. Each student must successfully complete a minimum of 940 hours of Level II Fieldwork experience. 6 credits.
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OCTH 6701 - Occupational Therapy Doctoral Mentorship
Prerequisite: OCTH 6602 . This course is the first in a series of courses required for completion of the doctoral capstone project which includes a research project supervised by a faculty member. Students will progress in the development of a research design project, complete a written proposal, obtain IRB approval and implementation for the doctoral capstone and experience. This course provides the foundational work for development of the 14-week Capstone Experience and Project (OCTH 7001 Capstone Doctoral Experience & OCTH 7002 Capstone Doctoral Completion). Students will engage in an examination of their interest area(s) for the capstone experience and related capstone project. Students create a professional development plan with an initial draft of learning objectives for the capstone focused on developing in-depth exposure (beyond a generalist level). 3 credits.
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OCTH 7000 - Occupational Therapy Fieldwork 2B
Prerequisite: OCTH 6700 . Clinical education including exposure to a wide range of diagnoses and treatment in a variety of settings that will be supervised by a registered occupational therapist. The fieldwork site specific objectives will be designed for the development of specialized clinical skills. The purpose of the fieldwork experience is to provide students with the opportunities to integrate the theory and skills learned in the classroom within the clinical setting. Upon completion of the fieldwork experiences, the student is expected to perform at or above the minimum skill level of the entry-level occupational therapy professional. Each student must successfully complete a minimum of 940 hours of Level II Fieldwork experience. 9 credits.
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OCTH 7001 - Occupational Therapy Capstone Doctoral Experience
Prerequisite: OCTH 7000 . Students pursuing a doctoral degree in occupational therapy (OTD) are required to complete an individualized doctoral experiential component. It is integral to acquiring deeper practice-scholar competencies as reflected in the program's curriculum design. The goal of this experiential component is to develop occupational therapists with advanced skills beyond a general practitioner after the completion of their level II clinical fieldwork. The full-time doctoral capstone experience allows students to achieve specialized skills in one or more of the following areas: clinical practice skills, research skills, administration, leadership, program and/or policy development, advocacy, education, theory development or other innovative practice. Under the supervision of an expert mentor, students will execute their doctoral capstone plan by meeting the individualized objectives and completing a relevant culminating capstone project. This course will include completion of 14 weeks (560 hours) mentored experience at a site as approved in the capstone plan and memorandum of understanding agreement. No more than 20% of the 560 hours can occur offsite from the approved mentor experience site. 5 credits.
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OCTH 7002 - Occupational Therapy Capstone Doctoral Completion
Prerequisite: OCTH 7000 . The doctoral student in occupational therapy tenure in the program culminates with the completion of their specialized capstone project. Upon successful completion of both Level II Fieldwork rotations, students progress to implementing their capstone project during their doctoral capstone experience. The doctoral students under mentorship from their doctoral advisor and other content experts, proceed in this course in the completion of the capstone portfolio. The portfolio will display the student's advanced knowledge in occupational therapy through the integration of curriculum content and specialized knowledge gained during the doctoral capstone experience. Students then professionally disseminate their capstone projects at the end of the program curriculum. 4 credits.
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OSCH 6601 - Oskar Schindler Humanities
An investigation of the underlying principles of good human behavior with an emphasis on encouraging such behavior. Taught from a cross-disciplinary perspective by the current Oskar Schindler Humanities Foundation Endowed Professor. Topics will vary and can include, but are not limited to, relevant humanities, humanitarianism and humanitarian intervention, altruism, empathy, good corporate citizenship and scientific contributions to solving problems in the human condition. The course emphasis will be determined by the current Oskar Schindler Endowed Professor each term. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6604 - Qualitative Research Methods
This course introduces the use of non-mathematical data and its application in conducting social scientific research. Students will learn how to conduct their own research projects using methods including interviews, focus groups, participant observation, and content analysis. Topics include the logic of qualitative approaches to research, ethical considerations, topic selection and research design, data collection, and analysis. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6605 - Foundations of Community Psychology
This course is an introduction to the major orienting concepts in community psychology. Topics include social problem analysis, ecological processes, psychological sense of community, diversity, social support, community mental health, prevention, empowerment, and social change strategies. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6607 - Special Problems in Community Psychology
Theory and practice of community psychology with selected problems, populations, and settings. Emphasis on human service issues and challenges in the region. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6608 - Statistics for Psychological Science
Prerequisite: intermediate undergraduate course in statistics. This course provides comprehensive coverage of basic and intermediate statistical concepts and applications, as well as more advanced univariate and multivariate procedures. This course includes hands-on experience with data preparation and analyses using SPSS and/or Excel computational software, and emphasizes accurate interpretation and communication of quantitative information in psychological research contexts. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6609 - Research Methods
Prerequisite: PSYC 6608 . Introduction to analytic concepts pertinent to sampling techniques, research design, variable control, and criterion definition. Basic problems of measurement, research paradigms, sources of error in research implementation, problems of variable identification and control, and consideration of the logic of inference. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6610 - Program Evaluation
Prerequisite: PSYC 6609 . A systematic study of the processes involved in planning, implementation, and impact of organizational programs. The focus is on action research strategies that integrate the entire evaluation process. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6611 - Individual Intervention Seminar
An examination of strategies for providing direct services to individuals within the context of formal and informal networks of social and community support. Includes the nature of the dyadic relationship, development of therapeutic and case management skills, professional ethics, and supervision. Applications to a wide range of problems, populations, and settings. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6612 - Consultation Seminar
An examination of the consultation process. Includes the role of the consultant, stages of consultation, the development of consulting skills, and political/ethical issues. Different approaches to consultation practice are analyzed, along with their associated interventions. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6613 - Systems Intervention Seminar
An examination of the dynamics of planned, system-level change in the field of human services. The distinctive characteristics of human service organizations are analyzed; and an overall intervention model is developed, applied, and discussed. Of special interest to those with responsibilities in program planning and implementation. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6614 - Intervention Fieldwork and Seminar
Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. Supervised field training in the provision of direct or indirect services to organizations. Supervision is jointly provided by the field setting and the psychology department. Students will meet for the seminar class regularly throughout the semester. Students must be available to be at their fieldwork site at least one day per week. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6615 - Consultation Fieldwork and Seminar
Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. Supervised field training in the development of consultation skills. Supervision is jointly provided by the field setting and the psychology department. Students will meet for the seminar class regularly throughout the semester. Students must be available to be at their fieldwork site at least one day per week. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6616 - Systems Intervention Fieldwork
Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. Supervised field training in program planning and development. Supervision is jointly provided by the field setting and the psychology department. Students must be available for at least one day per week. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6619 - Organizational Behavior
A field of study that investigates the impact that individuals, groups, structure, and culture have on individual behavior within organizations. Covers psychological aspects of organizations, including employee attitudes, personality, motivation, work design, incentives, leader behaviors, interpersonal communication, influence, conflict, and stress. Review of research findings and skill building relevant to understanding, prediction and development of human behavior in organizations. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6620 - Industrial Psychology
Prerequisite: PSYC 6608 or QANL 6604 or consent of the instructor. This course provides an overview of the theories and frameworks of industrial and organizationa psychology as applied to human resource practices. Attention is given to the dual perspectives of the organization and the individual and linkages between an organization's people practices and strategic objectives. Emphasis will be placed on how the changing nature of work creates new challenges in the human resources arena. Topics include areas such as strategic human resources management, EEO law, human capital planning, job analyses and competency modeling, performance management, employee development and training, and compensation/reward systems. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6621 - Behavior Modification I: Principles, Theories, and Applications
Theory and research in behavior modification. Aversive learning, desensitization, operant conditioning. Applications in clinical and nonclinical settings. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6623 - Psychology of the Small Group
This course is designed for those interested in understanding the conceptual foundations of groups and basic processes underlying high performance teams such as group problem solving, interpersonal communication, and influence. Best practices for selecting, developing, rewarding, and managing high performing teams in organizations will be examined. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6624 - Exploring Group Dynamics
In this experiential course, students will enhance their understanding of the processes which govern the development of every group, and their own role in the development of a group. The course is structured in ways that increase understanding and use of theories and concepts from the field of group dynamics, and relevant for those interested in organization development and/or consultation. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6626 - Worker Well Being
Prerequisites: PSYC 6605 or PSYC 6619 or MGMT 6663 or MGMT 6637 AND PSYC 6609 or PSYC 6620 or SOCI 6602 or MGMT 6645 . This course provides an overview of the frameworks, theories, critical issues, practices, and policies associated with worker well-being. The study of worker well-being concerns the application of psychology to improving the quality of work-life by promoting the physical and psychological health of workers. Course topics include work-life integration, alternative employment schedules, dual-career relationships, antecedents, moderators and consequences of work stress, and organizational interventions to facilitate the health and well-being of the workers in organizations. This course is designed to provide students with specialized knowledge and practical tools to identify and manage contemporary workplace issues and employment trends that impact the well-being of workers in the 21st century. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6628 - The Interview
The interview is an examination of current practices in workplace and clinical interviews utilizing the prevailing research and best practices in selection. Interview process and methods including motivational interviewing are covered along with related skill practice. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6635 - Psychological Tests and Measurements in Organizations
Prerequisite: PSYC 6608 . This course will focus on theories, assumptions, and constraints underlying construction and application of psychological tests and measures in the workplace. Emphasis will be placed on selection, validation, and interpretation of appropriate standardized tests and surveys for specific applications in organizations such as employment testing and employee attitude assessment. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6638 - Psychology of Communication and Influence in Organizations
This course will cover characteristics of language, and communication bases for both the resistance and the receptivity to change in organizational contexts. The course will include an examination of change practitioners' use of language as an intervention in and of itself. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6640 - Workplace Motivation and Attitudes
Prerequisite: PSYC 6619 . The meaning of work, theories of motivation, values and expectations, performance and reinforcement, job satisfaction and motivation, pay as an incentive, interventions to increase work motivation. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6641 - Training and Development in Organizations
Current training and development techniques are reviewed including the construction of learning objectives, modules of instruction development, and evaluation. In addition, organizational interventions including coaching, project management, and the diagnosis of organizational needs are covered. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6642 - Organizational Change and Development
Prerequisite: PSYC 6619 or MGMT 6637 . This course is targeted towards those interested in internal and external consulting, as well as managers and other internal change agents in organizations. Organization change and development fosters the growth of competency in the skills necessary during all phases of the planned change process-from entry to diagnosis, to intervention, through evaluation. Organization change issues are critically examined, and case studies, exercises and assessments are utilized to better understand change from organization, group, and individual levels. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6643 - The Psychology of Conflict Resolution
This course will focus on the constructive management of conflict at the individual, group, and organizational levels. Theories on the etiology of conflict as well as various conflict resolution models will be examined. The role of communication, emotions, power, identity, and culture in the constructive resolution of conflict will also be addressed. Students will learn how to understand and more constructively manage their own interpersonal conflicts as well as conflicts occurring at the group, intergroup, and organizational levels. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6644 - Performance Management Processes
Theory and applications associated with performance management systems in organizations will be covered, including: identifying, measuring, developing, and aligning performance of individuals and teams in organizations. Emphasis is on building skills needed for development and implementation of valid and effective performance systems. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6645 - Seminar in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Prerequisites: PSYC 6609 , PSYC 6619 . This course will include an examination of the professional psychologist at work in organizations. Topics vary and may include leadership, emotional intelligence, leadership coaching, and related areas within the context of organizational effectiveness. Practitioners in different organizational settings (e.g., business, government, non profit) will provide insights into the application of psychological principles and methods. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6646 - The Psychology of Negotiation and Mediation
An experiential course aimed at increasing skills involved in negotiation and mediation for interpersonal conflict in a variety of contexts. Using role-plays, simulations, and small and large group work, students will have the opportunity to develop greater self-awareness and basic constructive negotiation and mediation skills with supervised practice. Students will begin to build tools necessary for using mediation skills or negotiation skills in their professional work. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6647 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology in Global Settings
Prerequisites: PSYC 6619 , PSYC 6620 or consent of the instructor. Surveys the science and practice of international industrial and organizational psychology. Introduces current perspectives and applications on topics including multinational work teams, selection and training of expatriates, leadership behavior, performance improvement and rewards across cultures, and individual cross-cultural similarities and differences. Focuses on comparisons with corresponding U.S. systems. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6651 - Systems Thinking-based Approaches to Organizational Change
Organizations are inundated with unprecedented levels of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. This course will examine and apply innovative theories and frameworks that embrace volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity as vehicles for innovation and change in organizations. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6652 - Talent Analytics Applications
Prerequisite: BANL 6100 . This course will focus on the applications of data science and data visualization to talent acquisition, development, assessment, and management. Students will apply knowledge and practice of analytics and data mining to develop insights and narratives to guide workplace decision making. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6655 - Forensic Psychology
This is a graduate survey course intended to provide an overview of specific applications of psychology to the criminal justice and legal system. Topics may include dynamics of violence, victimology, eyewitness testimony, trial processes, competence to stand trial, the insanity defense, as well as other areas where psychology and criminal justice interface. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6656 - Abnormal Psychology in Forensic Populations
Prerequisites: undergraduate or graduate course in abnormal psychology, CJST 6601 . This is an advanced course in mental disorders associated with prisons and other forensic practice. Emphasis is on disorders involving violent and predatory behavior including personality disorders, psychosis, pedophilia, and other sexual paraphilias. Special emphasis on psychopathy, psychopathology, and criminal behavior. Well-known forensic cases will be examined. This course is a prerequisite for all other courses in the Forensic Psychology sequence. Cross-listed with CJST 6646 . 3 credits.
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PSYC 6657 - Forensic Assessment
Prerequisite: PSYC 6656 . This course will review the spectrum of assessment methods used in evaluation and treatment in inmate and forensic settings. Various techniques of forensic interviewing will be examined. Emphasis is on ability to assess violence and risk. Students will come to understand the strengths and limitations of a wide variety of forensic assessment methods. (See also CJST 6647). Cross-listed with CJST 6647 . 3 credits.
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PSYC 6658 - Forensic Treatment Models
This course will examine various mental health treatment modalities, with particular emphasis on treatment for patients/inmates in the forensic system. Psychopharmacology, group therapy, cognitive techniques, community-based management, faith-based approaches, and social skills training will be covered. Treatment of insanity acquittees, incompetent-to-stand-trial patients, inmates, juvenile offenders, psychopaths, and sex offenders will be examined. (See also CJST 6648) Cross-listed with CJST 6648 . 3 credits.
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PSYC 6659 - Mental Health Law
This course is a review of civil and criminal law as it relates to mental health issues. Topics include competence to stand trial, insanity, competence to be executed, civil commitment, sexual predator commitment statutes, confidentiality, duty to warn, and issues of expert testimony. Ethical issues and issues of professional responsibility will also be covered. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6660 - Contemporary Issues in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Prerequisite: 9 hours in psychology or consent of the instructor. In-depth investigation of topical trends and areas of concern in industrial/organizational psychology. Topics may include, but are not limited to, the impact of EEOC regulations on selection and promotion; assessment centers; the psychosocial effects of globalization, rapid technological innovation, use of human capital analytics to facilitate critical thinking about human behavior in the workplace; diversity and cross-cultural competence in the workplace. Content will be stated at the time the course is scheduled. May be taken twice.
3 credits.
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PSYC 6670 - Selected Topics
A study of selected issues of particular interest to students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6678 - Practicum I
For students already employed full-time. A job-related research project is carried out under faculty supervision. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6679 - Practicum II
Prerequisite: PSYC 6678 . A continuation of Practicum I. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6693 - Organizational Internship I
For students without experience at the managerial or supervisory level. Under faculty supervision, the student engages in field experience in an industrial setting and produces a comprehensive project report analyzing the internship experience. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6694 - Organizational Internship II
Prerequisite: PSYC 6693 . A continuation of Organizational Internship I. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6695 - Individual Intensive Study I
Prerequisites: completion of required courses or 24 graduate hours and written approval of department chair. Provides the graduate student with the opportunity to delve more deeply into a particular area of study under faculty supervision. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6696 - Individual Intensive Study II
A continuation of Individual Intensive Study I. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6698 - Thesis I
Prerequisites: completion of all required courses or 24 graduate hours and written approval of department chair. Periodic meetings and discussions of the individual student's progress in the preparation of a thesis. 3 credits.
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PSYC 6699 - Thesis II
Prerequisite: PSYC 6698 . A continuation of Thesis I. 3 credits.
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PADM 6600 - Practicum in Public Administration
For students entering the Master of Public Administration program, and who have no prior experience in public service, this course will provide an on-site involvement with a public service agency. Students will observe, participate, and ultimately assess the function of a public service organization, as determined in consultation with their advisor. The course is not required for students with two or more years experience in public service. This course is an interactive experience in which students learn about, observe, and interact with administrators in a public or nonprofit organization. It is only required for students entering the Master of Public Administration program without public service or nonprofit organizational experience. 3 credits.
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PADM 6601 - Principles of Public Administration
The development, organization, functions, and problems of national, state, and local governmental administration. 3 credits.
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PADM 6602 - Public Policy Formulation and Implementation
The relationship between public administration and the formulation of public policy is studied. The implementation of public policy by administrators based on the politics of the administrator is examined in terms of interaction between various group representatives such as legislators, politicians, and pressure-group leaders. 3 credits.
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PADM 6611 - Quantitative Methods in Public Administration
Recommended prerequisite: undergraduate course in quantitative methods or introductory statistics. Designed to familiarize administrators with the tools and potentialities of social research and to assist them in the presentation, interpretation, and application of research data. 3 credits.
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PADM 6620 - Personnel Administration and Collective Bargaining in the Public Sector
Recommended prerequisite: PADM 6601 . Study of the civil service systems in the United States and the state governments, including a systematic review of the methods of recruitment, promotion, discipline, control, and removal. Explores the effects on work relationships of collective bargaining statutes which have been adopted by legislatures. Emphasis is placed on collective bargaining case studies from state and local governments and hospitals. 3 credits.
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PADM 6625 - Administrative Behavior
Recommended prerequisite: PADM 6601 . The problems faced by an administrator in dealing with interpersonal relationships and human processes. Analysis of individual and group behavior in various governmental and business settings to determine the administrative action for the promotion of desired work performance. Emphasis given to the public sector. Participation in actual problem situation discussions and case studies. 3 credits.
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PADM 6630 - Fiscal Management for Local Government
Recommended prerequisite: PADM 6601 . The problems faced by a survey of the essential principles of governmental accounting, budgeting, cost accounting, and financial reporting. The various operating funds, bonded debt, fixed assets, investments, classification of revenue and expenditures, general property taxes, and interfund relationships. 3 credits.
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PADM 6632 - Public Finance and Budgeting
Recommended prerequisite: PADM 6601 . State and local expenditure patterns and revenue sources, income taxation at the state and local levels, excise taxation, sales taxation, taxation of capital, and the property tax. Emphasis on fiscal and economic aspects of federalism and federal/state fiscal coordination. The role of the budget in the determination of policy, in administrative integration, and in control of government operations. 3 credits.
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PADM 6634 - Cost Benefit Analysis and Public Program Evaluation
Prerequisite: PADM 6611 . Understanding the cost effectiveness of public programs and their potential alternatives is critical to efficient management of public organizations. This course will give students the necessary skills to accomplish cost benefit analysis to determine the efficiency of public programs. It will also provide skills to the students for evaluating the effectiveness of public programs in achieving their stated goals. 3 credits.
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PADM 6635 - Political Economy
This course will explore the interrelated nature of public policy and the economy at the federal, state, and local levels. It will study the performance and fluctuations of the economy, focusing on economic policies that affect such matters as consumption, unemployment, investment, wages, prices, and public debt. Specifically, the course will focus on monetary and fiscal policies, taxation policy, global trade policy, and currency exchange markets, as affected by policy. 3 credits.
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PADM 6636 - Public Fiscal Analytics
Prerequisite: PADM 6611 . This course explores large-scale, data-intensive technologies, including enterprise resource planning and database management systems, adapted to the public sector as well as to the Geographic Information System (GIS). We will discuss the characteristics and architectural challenges surrounding scalable databases, how these databases are constructed, and explore analytic and predictive methods of data analysis. This course explores the application of large-scale, data-intensive, database technologies in governmental units. Students will learn the characteristics and architectural challenges surrounding scalable databases, how these databases are constructed, and explore geo-visualization techniques of data processed using public fiscal analytics. Students will learn about modeling and prediction using big data analytic techniques. 3 credits.
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PADM 6637 - Grant Writing in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors
This course will assist students in identifying funding sources for public and nonprofit organizations and in navigating the process of applying for and securing funding through grants. Students will learn how to gather relevant data in preparation for writing a grant, complete a need statement, write a compelling narrative, develop a budget, and outline the steps to evaluate the successes and challenges of their program. 3 credits.
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PADM 6639 - State and Local Economic Development
This course is designed to provide foundational knowledge in the field of economic development, including its history, purpose, practical programs as well as future trends in the field. This course will touch upon a number of economic theories and practical examples, with a particular focus on state and local government applications. 3 credits.
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PADM 6649 - Public Leadership
This course introduces students to leadership concepts and research relevant to public organizations. The course will review multiple theories of leadership, including both the individual and contextual determinants of leadership effectiveness. Throughout the course, applications and experiences related to real world scenarios will be offered and discussed. 3 credits.
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PADM 6654 - Ethics in Public Administration
This course will familiarize students with the ethical standards and values associated with professional public administration and assist them in evaluating and resolving ethical dilemmas in organizational decision-making. Students will learn about the importance of ethical codes in guiding public decision-making and will be better able to conceptualize the various ethical perspectives and repercussions of organizational decision-making. Additionally, this course will enhance student awareness of the challenges of establishing and maintaining ethical public organizations. 3 credits.
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PADM 6661 - Problems of Metropolitan Areas
Analysis of the problems of government and administration arising from the population patterns and physical and social structures of contemporary metropolitan communities. 3 credits.
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PADM 6662 - Local Government Configurations and Operations
This course will explore the multiple configurations of local governments, including their authority, autonomy, politics, and policy through the perspective of structure and function. It will also give students an understanding of the basic responsibilities and management required to administer local government organizations. Local governments take many forms across the United States. For students who intend to pursue a career in city and local government, it is essential to understand these configurations as well as how they operate. This course will give students a basic understanding of the structures of local government entities within the context of their state governments and the federal government. 3 credits.
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PADM 6663 - Nonprofit Management
The nonprofit sector of public service operates in a different environment than that of the government sector. Often, nonprofit organizations must rely on volunteers to staff and operate basic operations. Nonprofit organizations must also operate in an environment of scrutiny because they rely on donations and grants. Management of these unique characteristics of nonprofit organizations is a specialized skill. This course will help students understand the special approaches needed to successfully manage a nonprofit organization. 3 credits.
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PADM 6665 - Communications and Public Relations for Public and Nonprofit Organizations
Communicating with the public or with a constituency is critical to the success of any nonprofit or public agency. Equally as important is the management of public relations and promotions. Public and nonprofit service organizations must maintain transparency and open lines of communication. This course will give students a basic understanding of the best practices and skills needed to maintain good communications and public relations with the public they serve. 3 credits.
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PADM 6666 - Strategic Planning for Public and Nonprofit Organizations
This course will give students the skills to create, develop, and implement a strategic plan for a public or nonprofit organization. We will discuss all the steps in the process as well and the potential problems that a planner must anticipate. All public and nonprofit organizations should strive to operate as efficiently and effectively as possible in order to survive. Strategic planning is essential to that purpose. Planning is the only way to ensure efficient service and operation. This course examines the theory and practice of strategic planning and management for governments, public agencies, nonprofit organizations and, to a lesser extent, communities. 3 credits.
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PADM 6667 - Human Resource Management in the Nonprofit and Volunteer Setting
Managing personnel in a nonprofit or volunteer organization is very different than managing personnel in an organization where compensation is a driving factor. This course explores the techniques for motivating and retaining nonprofit and volunteer workers, while managing their role in the organization. The course will cover theories of human resource management that are specific to the field as well as current best practices. 3 credits.
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PADM 6668 - Fund Development for Nonprofit Organizations
Nonprofit organizations must seek funding, usually on a competitive basis, from varied sources both public and private. Finding sources of funding and convincing them to provide operating and capital funding are difficult tasks and require specialized skills. This course will provide the student with an understanding of the funding environment for nonprofit organizations as well as techniques of fundraising. 3 credits.
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PADM 6670 - 6679 - Selected Topics
A study of selected issues of particular interest to students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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PADM 6680 - Seminar in Public Administration
Exact material to be covered will be announced. 3 credits.
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