POLS 363 - Public Organizational Behavior

Credits: 3

This course provides an examination of theories of organizational behavior in public organizations. Students will learn about how individuals, groups, and the external environment influence the management of public organizations. Specific topics of the course include organizational structure, culture, power and politics, leadership, motivation, and performance. A strong emphasis will be placed on how managers can apply these theories and concepts toward improved decision making and performance for public organizations at the national, state and local level.

Prerequisite(s): POLS 102, POLS 104, POLS 203, POLS 208, POLS 271, or POLS 281.

Term(s) Offered: Every other year

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