DPI-116M: The Executive Branch of Government

Semester: Not Offered

Credit: 0.5

Faculty: Linda Bilmes

Schedule

Day Time Location
First Day
Meet Day
Review

Description

Do you want to understand the U.S. federal government? This is an intensive review of how the executive branch of government works, including the history of the executive branch, the federal budget, procurement and personnel system, facilities, administrative law, performance-based organizations, classified documents, homeland security, the decennial census, and technology. The course addresses the larger issues of accountability, effectiveness, and reform in the government. Students will examine various aspects of the executive branch — both systems and case studies — that will enable them to work successfully with or in the federal government. The course includes practical exercises, role playing, guest speakers, and case studies.

Not offered in 2009–10.