PADM 2100 - Cultural Competency in Urban Governance

3 hours

Examines the diverse and sometimes competing demands of people of color, women, the elderly, sexual orientation and the economically disadvantaged on public policy development and execution. Addresses how public managers respond to the demands of diverse interests in American cities. Students develop an understanding of the importance of cultural competency to leadership, responsiveness and efficiency in the management of urban services. These values are discussed in relation to the management of diversity in the public workforce, city budgets and the distribution of public services.

Prerequisite(s): None.

Core Category: Social and Behavioral Sciences
Course specific fees (in addition to tuition and mandatory):
Academic (AF) per hour: $18.40