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  • 3.00 Credits

    Organization, administration, and evaluation of outdoor recreation programs. Topics include planning, programming, evaluation, budgeting, human resources, risk management, policy, and procedures. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): ORPT 2800 or instructor permission - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-Registration Restriction(s): Junior or Senior standing required Prerequisite:    ORPT 2800
  • 1.00 Credits

    The Organization and Administration lab provides students with an opportunity to apply the processes and information from ORPT 4740 into their own program. The lab will include implementation of a program plan and an in-depth evaluation of that program. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): ORPT 4740 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ORPT 4740
  • 1.00 - 4.00 Credits

    This course is designed to give outdoor recreation majors and minors experience leading, teaching, and developing skills in the outdoor recreation field. The student is responsible for identifying a specific project or experience that will increase their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field; identifying learning goals and outcomes; and developing a plan to complete the project. A faculty mentor facilitates the independent project through consultation with the student and by providing appropriate resources. Students may or may not be paid for their work. A minimum of 45 hours of work equates to one (1) credit hour. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): Instructor permissionRepeatable for Add?l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 6Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 1.00 - 8.00 Credits

    Professional experience in a departmental approved leisure services program. (Fall) [Pass/Fail]Repeatable for Add?l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 9Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 3.00 Credits

    A capstone course: ORPT majors will complete a capstone project to investigate current trends, issues, research, and professional standards in the field. Students will also prepare for internships. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Registration Restriction(s): Outdoor Recreation in Parks and Tourism majors only; Senior standing required
  • 3.00 Credits

    This is a foundation course that provides an overview of the MPA program and introduces students to the public administration profession. Students learn about MPA curriculum, areas of emphasis, and the experiential learning requirements. Additionally, students study the theoretical and practical framework for public administration, as well as competencies required for career public servants and nonprofit administrators. (Fall, Spring [Online]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course explores the theory and practice of public sector budgeting and decision-making. This course provides an overview of the budget process, political influences, information management and requirements, and fiduciary responsibilities for public funds. Emphasis is given to subnational levels of government and nonprofit organizations. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Registration Restriction(s): MIS or MPA majors only
  • 3.00 Credits

    Analyzes the authority of administrative agencies with an emphasis on the study of the administrative relationship between the legislature, government, executives, and regulatory agencies, as well as the judicial review of administrative agencies. (Spring, Summer [Online]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Registration Restriction(s): None
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students develop critical-thinking skills as they apply quantitative and qualitative research methods to research projects. Public service values serve as a framework for conducting research, evaluating programs, and interpreting analyses. Students leave with the ability to design research projects, conduct surveys, and analyze policies and programs. Cyber Security and Information Assurance (CSIA) majors may register with MPA program approval. (Fall, Spring [Online]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): PADM 6000 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: B-Registration Restriction(s): Graduate students only Prerequisite:    PADM 6000
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course focuses on principles and methodologies of evaluating programs, measuring performance, and assessing program effectiveness in government and nonprofit entities. The course is designed to introduce material through individual reading assignments, apply it through case assignments and group work, and then implement it through a major team project to be completed on a case study scenario. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): PADM 6200 and PADM 6440 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: B-Registration Restriction(s): MPA majors only