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School
of Public Service
Graduate Courses-Health Care and Public Administration
MPA 501 Principles of Public Administration
This course is a prerequisite or co-requisite for all other
courses in the program.
This course is an introduction to the field of Public Administration
and includes organization and management concepts and the political
process. The origin, growth and interrelationships within the public
sector are discussed. This discussion falls within the broader context
of public policy processes with special attention to the topics
of bureaucracy and intergovernmental relations.
Every Semester, 3 credits
MPA 502 Organizational Theory and Behavior in the Public Sector
This course examines and analyzes organizational theories with
emphasis on the informal and formal aspects of the administrative
process. Topics include individual behavior patterns, group dynamics,
communication, motivation, decision-making, and leadership as they
relate to the public health and nonprofit sector.
Every Semester, 3 credits
MPA 503 Economic Environment and the Public Sector
This course examines the role of the public sector in economic
decision-making. The nature of public goods is described as it relates
to the allocation, stabilization, and distribution functions of
the economic system. The role of private investment, the relations
between government and business, and the use of national income
accounts are examined. Opposing views about the reasons, methods
and institutions influencing governmental regulation, fiscal and
monetary policy and action are presented.
Every Semester, 3 credits
MPA 504 Computer Applications
This course equips the student to use computerized data base management
systems and statistical packages. The student gains hands-on experience
with both microcomputers and mainframe computers. Among the packages
used are SPSSX and other varied Data Base Management Systems.
Prerequisite: MPA 505, MPA 506
Every Semester, 3 credits
MPA 505 Analytical Methods
This course is an introduction to the methods, tools and uses
of applied research. The course surveys basic data gathering, analytical
concepts and techniques as they apply to administrative problems.
Skills and issues related to research are also considered.
Every Semester, 3 credits
MPA 506 Computer Based Management Systems
This course is an introduction to current concepts in information
systems design and management. The use of these systems and implications
for managers are covered. Topics include the information systems
life cycle and dimensions of computer-assisted management (e.g.,
office automation, electronic spreadsheets, data base management
and word processing).
Every Semester, 3 credits
MPA 507 The Policy Process in Health Care and Public Administration
This course is an analysis of the policy process in terms of
the development and implementation of programs as they relate to
the health care and public sectors. The impact of special interests
is examined as an integral part of the process. A variety of timely
subject/case studies are explored.
Prerequisite: MPA 503
Every Semester, 3 credits
MPA 701 Managerial Communication
In this course, theory and practice in written and oral communication
as applied to the public, health and nonprofit sectors are examined.
Report writing, memo writing, correspondence and oral presentations
are included.
On Occasion, 3 credits
MPA 704 Intergovernmental Relations
This course is an analysis of the vertical and horizontal relationships
of the national, state and local governments. Topics include the
theory of federalism, intergovernmental cooperation and conflict,
municipal, state and regional relationships.
On Occasion, 3 credits
MPA 707 Training and Development
This course is devoted to the kinds of activities and problems
encountered by an agency‚s director of training and development.
Such items as the role of the training director in organizational
development, the relationship with line managers, the relationship
with the president, and the techniques of training are examined
by case studies, lectures and outside speakers.
On Occasion, 3 credits
MPA 708 Work, People and Productivity
This course focuses on learning and practicing practical management
and supervisory techniques for improving individual, group and organizational
performance. Students learn the principles of behavioral management
which they apply in a project at their own work place. They learn
and practice giving effective positive and corrective feedback,
and to manage inter-group and interpersonal conflict. Students learn
to analyze their own work style, and the styles of others, and discuss
how to allocate tasks based upon that knowledge. They learn how
to conduct effective meetings, and how to lead work groups through
a problem-solving process.
On Occasion, 3 credits
MPA 710 Labor Relations in the Public Sector
This course examines the interaction of the labor movement
with management in the political setting of government. This course
also examines collective bargaining in relation to public bodies,
and the impact of bargaining on a fiscal budget. Other policy processes
as well as the role of the administration are covered and include
strategies of bargaining and the role of public opinion.
On Occasion, 3 credits
MPA 712 Managing Diversity in the Workplace
This course examines the role and function played by diversity,
civil and human rights, and administrative agencies at the federal,
state and local levels. The course analyzes the governmental response
to diversity issues. Topics include a review of current legislation
and the respective agencies established to address the problems
of discrimination.
On Occasion, 3 credits
MPA 713 Grant Writing and Administration
In this highly experiential course, students locate available
federal, state, local and foundation sources of funding for a specific
project, write a letter proposal to a foundation or private sector
organization, and follow-up with a full grant proposal, following
the request for proposal (RFP) guidelines to a federal, state or
local agency. Topics addressed include effective research, creating
a plan for the program, elements of a good proposal, components
of the proposal package and strategies for getting a proposal read
by a foundation or corporation officer. Administration, evaluation
and reporting functions, as well as accountability are described
and discussed.
On Occasion, 3 credits
MPA 721 Quality Improvement and Program Evaluation Strategies
This course prepares students with the theory, knowledge and
skills to implement program evaluation and quality improvement (e.g.,
Total Quality Management) strategies and measurements. The focus
of the course is on applications in Health Care Human Services and
Public Sector Organizations.
Prerequisite: MPA 502
On Occasion, 3 credits
MPA 777 Critical Issues in the Public and Private Sectors
This course reviews critical issues facing the public and private
sectors and their interrelationship. Noted figures from the public
and private sectors present the issues from their perspective.
On Occasion, 3 credits
MPA 785 Independent Study
The student is expected to research one specific phase of a
problem in considerable depth under the supervision of a faculty
advisor, and to prepare a well-documented evaluative report expressing
his/her own assessment of the impact and significance of both the
problem and of one or more solutions.
Every Semester, 3 to 6 credits
MPA 788 Graduate Internship in Administration
An opportunity for students without administrative experience
to work in an organization based upon a plan approved by the head
of the program and the agency. Students prepare a substantial research
and/or analytical paper concerning their experience and participate
in an Internship Seminar.
Every Semester, 3 to 6 credits
Graduate Courses - Health Care Administration
Courses
HAD 602 Human Resource Administration in the Health Sector
This course explores the theories and practices of human resource
administration in health service organizations such as merit systems,
unionism, bureaucratic trends, personnel recruitment, testing, and
performance evaluations. Other topics include equal employment opportunity,
employee rights and occupational safety.
Prerequisite: MPA 502
Fall, 3 credits
HAD 603 Foundations of Budgeting and Finance in Health Administration
This course familiarizes the student with the principles
of budgeting and finance in the health sector. Topics include budgetary
systems, methods, processes and cycles, preparation, justification
and financial information systems. The course includes a survey
of the federal prospective payment system and other current developments
in reimbursement methods.
Prerequisite: MPA 503
Fall, 3 credits
HAD 604 Administrative Responsibility and the Legal Environment
in the Health Sector
This course considers the authority and procedures utilized
by health care agencies in the administration of their services.
The course includes an analysis of problems of accountability and
the reconciliation of the administrative process with medical, political,
social, statutory and regulatory mandates.
Prerequisites: MPA 502, 503, 507
Fall, 3 credits
HAD 701 Hospital Organization
This course reviews the organization and management of hospitals
within a regional context of primary care. Included are the elements
of hospital structure and organization, and a focus on problem solving
and development of administrative skills.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 702 Epidemiology and Public Health
This course defines and reviews the concept and practice
of public health administration in the United States. It clarifies
the regulatory and monitoring function derived from public health
policy with special emphasis on the application of epidemiological
theories and methods to the study of disease in various human populations.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 707-708 Thesis Research Consultation and Thesis
In the first semester, advanced study of the scientific
method in the Health Administration discipline together with the
preparation of a master's thesis proposal, and an outline of the
thesis. The second semester is devoted to the actual writing of
the thesis.
Prerequisites: MPA 501,502, 503,504, 505, 506, 507
A student must have completed at least 36 credits to register for
707 and at least 42 credits to register for 708. 707 & 708 may
NOT be taken together.
Every Semester, 3 credits
HAD 709 Legal Aspects in Health
This course applies legal principles to the health delivery
system. Topics discussed include, but are not limited to: hospital
code; consents; patients, rights; admission and discharge of patients;
malpractice; liability of hospitals, physicians, and nurses; medical
records; immunity of hospitals; medical staff rights and privileges;
medical ethics issues relating to abortion, sterilization and artificial
insemination.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 710 Gerontology: Processes of Aging
This course is a survey of gerontology including theories
of aging, health and physiological aspects of aging, psychological
and psychiatric problems, family and sex roles of the aged, the
middle years, retirement, and institutional placement in long-term
care facilities.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 711 Long-Term Care Administration
This course considers the unique organizational and administrative
aspects of the various types of long-term facilities as distinct
from acute-care hospitals. The course includes the special Federal
and local code requirements pertinent to facility construction,
administration, medical-nursing care, and other numerous therapeutic
modalities required by the geriatric and convalescent patient.
On Occasion, 3 credits
Note: When HAD 709, HAD 710, HAD 711, HAD 602, HAD 603 are taken
as part of the total Health Care Administration curriculum, program
graduates should meet the educational requirements for eligibility
to take the State Board Examination for a Nursing Home Administrator's
license.
HAD 712 The Management of Senior Community Programs
The emphasis in this course is on the basic skills necessary
to supervise and conduct programs for the majority of older adults
who are community residents. Among these are workshops and seminars
on issues of retirement, nutrition, general health, outreach, information
and referral assistance, and related services. Governmental programs
and relevant laws and regulations are integrated with each topic.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 713 Rehabilitation and Restorative Programs
This course is a study of the functions of the various services
and programs, both free standing or in health facilities, that concern
themselves with restoration from chronic disease, orthopedic disabilities,
post-cardiovascular and other disabling conditions. The course includes
familiarization with the workman's compensation system.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 714 Planning and Marketing in Health Care
This course examines the issues pertinent to the role of
the planning and marketing functions in a health organization. Principles
of planning, the relationship between health planning and the development
of a marketing plan, and action planning are explored as a means
to provide coordination in meeting health needs and providing health
services.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 715 Mental Health Administration
This course is designed to acquaint the health administrator
with the organizational, legal and political issues affecting the
delivery of mental health services.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 723 Economics of Health
This course reviews health delivery as an economic activity.
Determinants of demand for health services are analyzed and the
supply of resources is examined along with the various approaches
to bring the two into equilibrium. Particular attention is given
to public involvement in health services in the form of licensure,
regulation, financing, and planning.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 724 Managed Care Administration
This course analyzes various forms of managed care systems
in terms of legislation, organization, administration, financing,
marketing and legal aspects. An analysis of the essential ingredients
in the success of prepaid systems is included.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 725 Financial Management of Health Care Institutions
This course is a description and analysis of financial issues
on the institutional level. Topics include third party payment systems,
managed care financing and the contracting with providers and systems
of cost control.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 726 Interdisciplinary Assessment
This course provides a collaborative framework for comprehensively
assessing the needs of elderly clients and client populations, and
for the development of better linkages among disciplines serving
the elderly. This course also promotes a clarification of the roles
of different practitioners and the purposes of different health,
financial, legal and social service organizations serving the elderly
in the community.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 727 Entrepreneurship in Gerontology
This course analyzes entrepreneurial concepts in gerontology,
integrating project planning and marketing of aging services. Students
study methods used to achieve goals and objectives in a highly competitive,
resource restrained elder care environment. The course explores
the characteristics of both free and regulated public and private
geriatrics markets and life extension implications.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 728 Financial, Estate and Retirement Planning
This course is an examination of estate, disability and
financial planning tools used by the elder law attorney with analyses
of laws, regulations and programs upon which planning is based.
Topics include advanced directives, power of attorney, long-term
care and Medicaid, and planning for asset distribution on death.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 729 Bereavement: Psychological, Cultural and Institutional
Perspectives
This course is designed to explore the stages and issues
related to dying and grieving. Cultural diversities in the grieving
process are identified. Myths and ideas that inhibit, isolate and
interfere with the bereavement experience are examined. Political,
medical, legal and ethical issues are analyzed. Student's values,
attitudes, and fears are explored in order to form their interventions.
Social, cultural and personal issues that govern a person's reaction
to death and dying are highlighted.
On Occasion, 3 credits
HAD 780 Current Issues in Health Administration
A special topics course exploring selected themes, current
developments and emerging issues in health administration. Recent
sections have focused on advanced computer application, quality
assurance, death and dying, and program evaluation.
On Occasion, Variable credits
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