Law as a guiding and controlling force in public-sector operations. Covers application of legal processes to administrative practices and situations, and administrative determination of private rights and obligations. Consideration of behavior within the context of public organization and the consequent changes required in management. Focus on such issues as perception, attitude formation, motivation, leadership, systems theory, communication and information flow, conflict theory, and decision theory. Major management theories applicable to the American federal system.
Emphasis is on organization, structure, and operations.
The relationship of theories to management practices in contemporary American administration is explored. Practical exploration of implementing public law in the American federal system. Construction of organizational apparatus, development of operational plans, and systems of control and evaluation necessary to implement government programs are studied. Emphasis is on coordinating tasks and resources required for effective program implementation. Examination of theory and practice of managing international security.