PUB-5002 - Government and the Public Interest

Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8

You will be introduced to the role and challenges of the administration of public organizations within a complex and pluralist environment. You will examine the duties and obligations of a discursive democracy and explore the ways that communication tools and methods are used to integrate the views and concerns of external groups on decision making related to social issues. The course offers you the opportunity to explore legislative advocacy, lobbying, and understand how special interest groups, political interest groups, and external stakeholders influence and shape public policy.