POS 101 American Government
An introductory study of the major principles, structures, processes and policies of the United States government. The course emphasizes such topics as the Constitution and its development, civil liberties, federalism, the role of political parties and interest groups, and the nature of the presidency, the bureaucracy, the congress and the national courts.
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13009 American Government Pattenaude 3
POS 102 Introduction to Politics and Government
An introductory study of the development and nature of the state; theories and types of government; constitutionalism; the nature and structure of political power; contemporary political systemsødemocratic, authoritarian and totalitarian; political socialization and participation; parties and interest groups; politics by violent meansøterrorism, revolution and war; international relations and international law; and issues in public policy.
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14516 Introduction to Politics and Government Hibben 3
POS 107 Introduction to International Relations
This course examines the relationships between the world's national governments. Topics include (1) the historical forces that have shaped the current international system, (2) the primary actors, institutions, and trends that currently influence the system, (3) the role of international economic forces in the system, and (4) the theoretical orientations employed by people who study the discipline. 3 Cr
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09434 Introduction to International Relations Hibben 3
POS 354 Public Budgeting and Financial Administration
An analysis of the political and technical aspects of the budgeting process. The budget is considered as an instrument of fiscal policy; budget preparation and classification are discussed. Examines governmental financial conditions, revenue collection and spending processes, and specialized topics such as cash management, risk management, debt management and capital budgeting. Special emphasis on financial management in state and local governments. Prerequisite: BUA/JUS/POS223 or POS251, or permission of the instructor
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14320 Public Budgeting and Financial Administration Staff 3
Additonal Notes:This class is a video-stream of the live class. Students do not need to obtain the instructor’s permission to participate in this delayed viewing section. Students must take exams within one week of the exam date.
POS 370 Municipal Administration
The management, financial control, and administration of modern American cities; emphasis on personnel and financial administration; the city plan and line functions; public safety, transportation, health, welfare, and housing. Prerequisite: POS233 or permission of the instructor
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14321 Municipal Administration Bridgeo 3
Additional Notes: This class is a video-stream of the live class. Students do not need to obtain the instructor’s permission to participate in this delayed viewing section. Students must take exams within one week of the exam date.
POS 405 Administrative Law
Primarily case studies of the legal adjustment of administrative authority and individual liberty, including: judicial over administration, personal liability of officers, scope and limits of administrative powers and the due process measurement of administrative procedures. Prerequisite: BUA/JUS/POS223,or POS251 or permission of the instructor
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14324 Administrative Law Gallagher 3
Additonal Notes: This class is a video-stream of the live class. Students do not need to obtain the instructor’s permission to participate in this delayed viewing section. Students must take exams within one week of the exam date.
POS 420 The American Health Care System
(This course is cross listed with NUR420.) An overview of health care institutions, politics, and policy in the United States with attention to (a) the historical development of the system, (b) the major public and private sector institutions, (c) regulatory rules, (d) health care expenditures, (e) insurance, (f) Medicare and Medicaid, (g) managed care, (h) health care quality, and (i) long-term care. Prerequisite: BUA/JUS/POS223 or POS251 or permission of the instructor.
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11872 The American Health Care System Clark 3
