2001-2002
Undergraduate Calendar Programs | 2001-2002
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| 2001-2002 UNDERGRADUATE CALENDAR | ||
| Carleton University |
(Public Affairs and Management)
Academic Administration
Associate Dean and Director, Eileen Saunders
Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management
General Information
As collaboration between public, private and non-governmental organizations increases, there is growing demand for individuals who possess the analytical skills and substantive knowledge necessary to participate in policy planning, policy implementation and policy management. This program responds to that demand by offering a challenging interdisciplinary study of public affairs and policy management. It seeks to combine academic excellence in the study of public affairs and policy management with the acquisition of practical skills and experience in policy-oriented problem solving, implementation and management. Graduates will be prepared to operate effectively in a wide range of institutional and policy contexts. They will have developed the following: a perspective on, and substantive knowledge of, the interactions of government bodies, private organizations and non-governmental groups; an ability to think critically about the design and implementation of policy solutions to pressing public problems; and a significant facility with particular analytical and applied skill sets. Carleton University is uniquely placed to offer this program. Its location in Ottawa provides a proximity to government organizations, national associations, international organizations and non-governmental organizations.
Graduates of this program will receive the degree of Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management (Honours). The program's unique features include a structured core curriculum of `foundation' courses for all students, a number of designated courses across a range of disciplines and the choice of an area of specialization in selected fields of study. In addition, the program provides an opportunity for students to apply for cooperative work-study terms, in order to integrate their academic study with practical work experience.
Program Requirements
Candidates for the degree must present 20.0 credits and satisfy the Language Requirement. 4.0 credits are taken in the required foundation courses (Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.100, 58.200, 58.300* 58.400* and 58.498), 5.5 credits are designated courses in a selected number of disciplines, 6.5 credits are Specialization credits chosen in the student's particular area of focus and four credits are free electives. The normal sequence for completion is as follows:
First year
- Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.100
- Economics 43.100
- Political Science 47.202* and 47.203* OR 47.211* and 47.212*
- History 24.130, 24.102 or 24.170
- 1.0 Elective credit
Second Year
- Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.200
- Political Science 47.270 or Mass Communication 27.201 or Economics 43.220
- Law 51.205 or 51.363* and 51.364*
- 1.0 Specialization credit
- 1.0 Elective credit
Third Year
- Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.300*
- Business 42.362*
- 3.0 Specialization credits
- 1.0 Elective credit
Fourth Year
- Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.400*, 58.498
- 2.5 Specialization credits
- 1.0 Elective credit
Note: Some Specialization areas may require or may recommend one of these options in particular. Students are advised to check the calendar entry under their Specialization Program of Study. Students choosing 43.220 should ensure that they have the necessary prerequisites for this course.
In addition, prior to graduation, students must satisfy a language requirement. This requirement may be satisfied in one of the following ways:
- successful completion of an approved French language credit (20.145 or 20.160);
- placement at a demonstrated competency level equivalent to satisfactory completion of 20.145 or 20.160 following a self-assessment questionnaire and interview administered by the Department of French (for students who already possess demonstrated capacity in French);
- successful completion of French Immersion in high school or possession of a Bilingual Diploma or Certificate.
Students should note that they will be required to use one of their optional credits if they choose to satisfy the language requirement through an approved French language credit. For students whose first language is not English, or for students whose Specialization interests require a language other than French, the Language Requirement may be met by substituting another language for French. Permission for substitution may be sought from the Program Coordinator. Students registering in the Specialization in International Studies should note the additional language requirement within that program of study. Please see calendar entry for details.
Co-operative Work Term Option
B.P.A.P.M. Co-op Option
(General information on Co-op programs can be found in the Co-operative Education section.)
Students admitted to the Co-op Option program must satisfy the normal requirements for the B.P.A.P.M. degree program as well as the requirements specific to the Co-op Option in order to graduate with a "Co-operative Education" notation.
Co-op work terms provide students with opportunities to integrate their academic experience with applied aspects of public affairs and policy management in government, not-for-profit, private or voluntary sector organizations.
Admission Requirements
Students who are registered full-time and have achieved a GPA of 9.0 or better after 10.0 credits are eligible for admission to the Co-operative Option. Students can be considered for this Option only if they are eligible to work in Canada. Students should note that hiring priority is given to Canadian citizens for co-op positions in the Public Service Commission.
The Work Term/Study Term Sequence
Students admitted to the Co-op Option normally begin their first work term placement on completion of year two in the B.P.A.P.M. program. The normal requirement for Co-op notation on the transcript is satisfactory completion of three work terms. Work terms are normally four months in duration and the timing of the employment terms is flexible. Students on a work term may concurrently take no more than one additional 0.5 credit course.
Continuation in the Co-op Option
During work terms, students must register in one of the three work term courses: 58.310*, 58.311*, 58.312*. These courses will be graded Sat or Uns. To continue in the Co-op Option students must successfully complete their work terms, one of the requirements of which is to submit a work term report judged to be satisfactory. An Uns grade in a work term course will not affect a student's academic progress in the B.P.A.P.M. program, but will result in loss of eligibility to continue in the Co-op Option.
Program Specializations
There are seven Specialization areas available within the program. All students are required to declare their area at the point of eligibility for Second-year standing.
Each area of Specialization represents a structured program of study and all have a significant interdisciplinary and policy-relevant aspect. The student's area of Specialization is noted on the transcript and the diploma.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the program is based on superior scholarly achievement. Applicants normally must have the OSSD, or the equivalent, including six OAC's (or their equivalent), with an overall average of 80 percent or better.
Advanced Standing and Transfer of Credits
Applications for admission with advanced standing to the program will be evaluated individually by the Program Management Committee. Advanced standing will be granted only for those courses deemed to be appropriate to the program. On admission, students will not receive credit for courses graded below C-.
Continuation to Second Year
Students are guaranteed entry into Second year, provided they meet the following criteria:
1. A CI of 7.00 or better
2. No grade below C- or notation of Abs in more than 1.0 credit.
3. Grades below C- may not have been received in courses worth more than 1.0 credit.
4. No more than 1.0 credit of Abs notation.
Academic Standing
Following their continuation into Second year, students are considered in good standing and eligible to continue provided they have a CI of 6.5 or better, maintain a cumulative GPA of 6.5 or better in the Honours courses (in the B.P.A.P.M., Honours means core, required and specialization courses) and receive no grade below C- or notation of Abs in more than 1.0 credit per academic year
Probation is not available in the B.P.A.P.M. Program.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate, students must fulfill all Program Requirements including Specialization Requirements, as well as satisfy all University graduation regulations (see p.63) and all Faculty regulations.
Specialization Options:
1. Public Policy and Administration Specialization
2. Human Rights Specialization
3. Development Studies Specialization
4. International Studies Specialization
5. Communication and Information Technology Policy Specialization
6. Strategic Public Opinion and Policy Analysis Specialization
7. Social Policy Specialization
Public Policy and Administration Specialization
The Public Policy and Administration Specialization offers students an opportunity to develop the conceptual abilities, knowledge base, and practical skills to prepare them for work in public sector organizations, including all levels of government and the para-statal or third sector.
It is an interdisciplinary area of study, building especially upon the research and teaching strengths of the university's School of Public Administration, and it presents students with opportunities to understand the tools available for management and policy analysis, to develop a critical understanding of the key concepts used for policy analysis and management, and to apply this understanding to problems in the public sector in a realistic and sophisticated manner.
Specialization Program of Study
Second Year
- Law 51.205
- Business 42.101* and 42.102*, or Economics 43.201* and 43.211*
Third Year
- Economics 43.347* and 43.348*
- Law 51.356*
- Political Science 47.341*, and 47.344* or 47.345*
- Public Administration 50.315*
Fourth Year
- Public Administration 50.473*
- Two of: Public Administration 50.408*, 50.409*, 50.459*, 50.460*, 50.464*, 50.471*, 50.474*, 50.486*, 50.487*, or 50.489* (as these courses are also taken by MA students, the enrollment of undergraduates in each one will normally be limited to five BPAPM students who are in the PPA Specialization)
- Two of: Business 42.312*, 42.415*, 42.417*, 42.418*, 42.440*, or 42.467*; Economics 43.357*; Political Science 47.346*, 47.416*, or 47.448*; or Law 51.305*, 51.341*, 51.345*, 51.353*, 51.442*, or 51.457* (prerequisites are required for some of these courses)
Human Rights Specialization
Many contemporary (and past) political, economic, social, and legal debates and conflicts have developed around a discourse of rights. Struggles to recognize, protect and promote the dignity and worth of human beings have mobilized social movements, transformed local, national and international structures, and electrified historical periods. This specialization provides interdisciplinary study of human rights in its public affairs context. Courses address key human rights questions, debates, conflicts and violations in the process of developing expertise in four thematic areas: theories and approaches to human rights; human rights practice and organizations; human rights law, and the social, cultural and ethical dimensions of human rights.
Specialization Program of Study
Second Year
-Law 51.205
-Political Science 47.270 or Mass Communications 27.201
-Law 51.215* and Philosophy 32.213*
Third Year
-Law 51.353*, Political Science 47.337*; Social Work 52.327*; and
-One of Law/Philosophy 51.311*/32.311*, Philosophy 32.211*, 32.212*, 32.313*, Political Science 47.319*; and
- Law 51.364* or Political Science 47.360*
-Specialization Option (.5)
Fourth Year
-Law 51.464*; and
- Political Science 47.419* or Law 51.359*
-Specialization Options (1.5)
Notes:
1. Students may present as part of their specialization options alternate choices in the list of required courses.
2. Students may present as part of their open degree electives, courses listed in the specialization options.
3. Students are responsible for meeting prerequisites in selecting optional specialization courses.
Human Rights Specialization Options Courses
Students are required to take a minimum of 2.0 credits in listed Specialization options courses. Only 1.0 credit in options may be presented at the 200-level or below.
Students may also take human rights related courses not included on the list of Specialization Options courses (e.g., special topics courses or specialized courses related to gender, race, aboriginal persons, criminal justice, environment, or particular regions) with permission of the Specialization Supervisor.
Specialization options courses are listed thematically. However, options courses may be taken in any theme or combination of themes.
The content of topics courses may vary from year to year; only topics with human rights content may be presented. Students should consult with the Specialization Supervisor where any doubt exists.
Human Rights: Theories and Approaches
Law 51.411*; 51.412*
Sociology/Anthropology 56.101
Human Rights Practice and Organizations
European and Russian Area Studies 55.402*
Geography 45.337*
Law 51.480
Political Science 47.306*; 47.425*; 47.455*
Social Work 52.325*
Sociology 53.348*
Human Rights Law
Law 51.341*; 51.351*; 51.363*; 51.406*; 51.439*; 51.465*; 51.467*
Social, Cultural and Ethical Dimensions of Human Rights
Economics 43.324*
European and Russian Area Studies 55.408*
History 24.281; 24.320
Law/Philosophy 51.311*/32.311*
Philosophy 32.150, 32.211*; 32.212*, 32.214*, 32.313*, 32.330
Philosophy/Mass Comm 32.290/27.290
Political Science 47.319*; 47.426*
Social Work 52.430*
Sociology 53.345*; 53.347*
Sociology/Anthropology 56.202; 56.234*; 56.218*; 56.465*
Women's Studies 09.280*
Development Studies Specialization
This specialization provides the student with an understanding of development processes in various regions of the world, including Third World, transitional (post-communist), and indigenous societies.
The specialization familiarizes students with various concepts and processes of development, with the philosophy and principles underlying international assistance programs, and with key issues in the formulation and management of development policy. The concentration includes the study of economic, social and political development; the involvement of social forces in community development; market and alternative economic structures; policy formulation, implementation, and project management; and an understanding of the nature and operation of international organizations in the development field.
Students in this specialization are encouraged to select 47.211* and 47.212* and 24.170 in the core B.P.A.P.M. program. Beyond the required specialization credits, each student must select 3.5 additional credits from a list of approved specialization options (below). Students are encouraged to focus some of the option credits on a specific development theme or region. Among the possible regional foci are Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia. The thematic foci include community development; indigenous peoples and development; the environment and development; and social and political issues in development. At least one of the option credits must be at the 400 level. With the approval of the specialization adviser, students may include one credit in a language related to the specialization work, beyond the language requirement for the B.P.A.P.M. degree.
Specialization Program of Study
Second Year
- Economics 43.363*
- Social Work 52.326*
Third Year
- Economics 43.364*
- 2.5 Specialization Option credits selected from the list below
Fourth Year
- International Affairs 46.422*/Political Science 47.449*
- Political Science 47.414*
- Political Science 47.415*
- 1.0 Specialization Option credit selected from list below
Specialization Option Credits
Regional Foci
A. Central and Eastern Europe
Economics 43.370
Geography 45.360*, 45.460*
Political Science 47.314, 47.328*, 47.329*
European and Russian Studies 55.402*, 55.406*, 55.407*, 55.410*, 55.411*
History 24.360
B. Latin America and the Caribbean
Political Science 47.324*, 47.325*, 47.467*
History 24.237, 24.374, 24.375*, 24.376*
C. Africa
Political Science 47.310*, 47.423*, 47.482*
Geography 45.330*, 45.362*
History 24.275
D. Asia/Middle East
Political Science 47.312*, 47.313*, 47.315, 47.323*, 47.332*
History 24.285
Economics 43.487*
Sociology/Anthropology 56.479*
Thematic Foci
D. Environment and Development
Economics 43.386*
Geography 45.211*, 45.329*, 45.330*, 45.336*, 45.404*
European and Russian Studies 55.407*
Law 51.480*
E. Indigenous Peoples and Development
Sociology/Anthropology 54.207*, 56.307*, 54.319*, 56.420*, 54.470*
History 24.353
Social Work 52.412*
Political Science 47.426*
F. Gender and Development
Anthropology 54.248*, 54.249*
Sociology/Anthropology 56.479*
Political Science 47.352*, 47.450*
History 24.375*
G. Social and Political Development Issues
Social Work 52.210*, 52.311*, 52.414*
Sociology/Anthropology 56.361*, 54.476*
Political Science 47.455*
International Affairs 46.412*
International Studies Specialization
Globalization, global environmental change, international terrorism, multinational corporations, and the spread of inter-ethnic conflict. Global change challenges the very intellectual categories that have organized theory and practice of human communities in the modern era. This specialization addresses the need for interdisciplinary study in international relations. It focuses on analysis of the development of policy and its results. The specialization core courses are tailored to students' needs, giving them the background and then developing their skills in policy analysis in international relations. International relations is a particular strength at Carleton. Over one hundred courses in international relations and areas studies are offered.
The degree offers the student a set of skills and capacities that will be attractive to employers in the public and private sector. While there is an obvious relationship with careers in international relations and in the Foreign Service, students graduating from this BPAPM specialization will be notable more generally for their policy focus, balanced interdisciplinarity and applied knowledge.
Specialization Requirements
Students in the International Studies specialization of the BPAPM will take courses in the core program with the following guidelines:
- They are encouraged to take History 24.102 or 24.170 as their history course in First year.
- 42.362* can be taken in either Third or Fourth year.
The language requirement will be fulfilled with 2.0 credits in one or two languages (or equivalent level of proficiency as demonstrated by successful performance on a language test at the intermediate level if one language is used, or two tests at the introductory level if two languages are selected). Students should note that they will be required to use two of their optional credits if they choose to satisfy the language requirement through course work.
Specialization Program of Study
Second Year
- Law 51.363* and 51.364*
- Political Science 47.261* and 47.262*
Third Year
- International Affairs 46.300
- Economics 43.361* and 43.362*
- 1.0 specialization credit selected from the list below (1.5 credits if Business 42.362* is taken in the Fourth year)
Fourth Year
- One of Political Science 47.414*, 47.415*, 47.463*, 47.464* and 47.460
- One of International Affairs 46.411*, 46.412* and 46.413*
- 1.0 specialization credit in International Studies selected from the list below (.5 credit if Business 42.362* is taken in Fourth year)
Specialization Option Courses
(This list is not exhaustive; other related courses may be taken with permission of the specialization advisor.)
International Conflict, War and Strategic Studies
International Affairs 46.411*
Political Science 47.317*, 47.363*, 47.408*
Global Political Economy
Economics 43.370*, 43.386*, 43.486*, 43.487*
European and Russian Studies 55.406*
International Affairs 46.413*
Political Science 47.373*, 47.463*, 47.464*
History 24.371*
Business 42.373*
International Development
Economics 43.363*, 43.364*
International Affairs 46.412*, 46.422*
Political Science 47.310*, 47.414*, 47.415*, 47.449*
Sociology/Anthropology 56.362*
Geography 45.329*, 45.330*
International Law and Organization
Law 51.327*, 51.328*, 51.464*, 51.465*
Political Science 47.360*
International Theory and Miscellaneous International Studies
Political Science 47.352*, 47.361*, 47.365*, 47.455*, 47.460
Geography 45.337*, 45.440*
History 24.380*, 24.480
Area Studies (Some of the area courses are listed in the themes above)
North and South America:
Political Science,47.324*, 47.325*, 47.322, 47.366*, 47.367*, 47.466*, 47.467*
History 24.336*, 24.349, 24.374, 24.375*, 24.376*
Africa:
Political Science 47.311*47.423*, 47.427*, 47.482*
Geography 45.362*
Asia:
Political Science 47.312*, 47.313*, 47.315, 47.323*, 47.483*, 47.484*
European and Russian Studies:
European and Russian Studies 55.405*, 55.408*, 55.411*
Political Science 47.314, 47.326*, 47.327*, 47.328*, 47.329*, 47.461*, 47.493*, History 24.365*
Communication and Information Technology Policy Specialization
The CITP specialization is concerned with telecommunications, broadcasting, publishing, and the Internet. The specialization focuses on the political, economic, legal and socio-cultural processes shaping and affected by changes in these media. Courses provide a grounding in communication policy, the economics of information and media, the comparative analysis of regulatory regimes and public policy environments. Key themes are content regulation, the role of communication policy in a democratic society, control of distribution, copyright, intellectual property rights, privacy, pornography and fraud.
Specialization Program of Study
Second Year
Law 51.205
Mass Communication 27.230* or 27.232*
0.5 additional credits chosen from: Business 42.240*, Economics 43.201*, Mass Communication 27.230*, 27.232*, 27.251*
Third Year
Law 51.322* and 51.352*
Political Science 47.341* or 47.346*
1.5 credits chosen from: Economics 43.320*, Law 51.305*, 51.356*, Mass Communication 27.305*, 27.306*, 27.343*, Political Science 47.306*
Fourth Year
Mass Communication 27.435*
2.0 credits chosen from: Business 42.440* (requires 42.240*), 42.444*(requires 42.240*), Economics 43.425*(requires 43.201 and precludes additional credit for 43.320), Law 51.457*, Political Science 47.403*, 47.441*, 47.447*, Public Administration 50.568*
Strategic Public Opinion and Policy Analysis Specialization
For those students who are interested in learning how public behaviour and opinion are analysed, this specialization offers a concerted stream of courses in this subject, combining academic study and practical application. Students will have direct contact with a rapidly growing and recognized professional field. For example, public affairs experts are involved in analysing opinion for governments, corporations, unions and voluntary organizations engaged in making contributions to the formation of public policy. Others are involved in the analysis of opinions and preferences in elections, including the tracking of voters for the purposes of planning issue stances and media strategies. Still others are involved in taking the results of market and opinion analysis and using that information to plan media activity and strategy.
Specialization Program of Study
Second Year
- Mass Communication 27.201 or Political Science 47.270
- Journalism 28.225*
- Business 42.224* or Business 42.240*
Third Year
- Mass Communication 27.300
- 2.0 credits selected from: Business 42.325*, 42.327* Mass Communication 27.346*, Political Science 47.304*, 47.336*, 47.342*, 47.345*, 47.346*, 47.347*
Fourth Year
- 1.0 credit selected from: Political Science 47.471*, Mass Communication 27.400*, 27.402*
- 1.5 credits selected from Journalism 28.400, Political Science 47.400C, 47.403*, 47.424*, 47.441* and 47.447*
Note: Students are advised to ensure they have the necessary prerequisites when choosing Specialization options
Social Policy Specialization
The B.P.A.P.M. specialization in social policy provides an opportunity for focused study on issues dealing with individual, family, community and societal needs. The specialization includes a study of the social, political, economic, and cultural environments within which these needs arise and how societies guide decisions and manage actions to meet these needs collectively. It will prepare students for planning, implementing, managing and evaluating social policies, programs and services.
Specialization Program of Study
Second Year
- Law 51.205
- Economics 43.347* or 43.348*
- Social Work 52.210*
Third Year
- Economics 43.347* or 43.348*
- Social Work 52.310*
- Political Science 47.306* or 47.341*
- 0.5 credit from selected list of Law Specialization options (see below)
- 0.5 credit from selected list of either Business or Sociology Specialization Options (see below)
- 0.5 credit from selected list of any Specialization Option (see below)
Fourth Year
- Sociology 53.443*
- Social Work 52.415*
- 0.5 credit from selected list of Law Specialization options (see below)
- 0.5 credit from selected list of Political Science Specialization Options (see below)
- 0.5 credit from selected list of either Business or Sociology Specialization Options (see below)
Note: Students should note that they must take at least 0.5 credit in Business Specialization options at some point in their specialization program.
Specialization Option Courses
Students are to choose from the following list of courses for their social policy specialization courses in third and fourth year.
Business
42.312*,42.317*,42.415*, 42.423*
Economics
43.326*, 43.341*, 43.356*, 43.357*, 43.436*, 43.445*, 43.465*
Law
51.300*, 51.301*, 51.305*, 51.306*,51.333*, 51.335*,51.336*, 51.337*,51.341*, 51.342*,51.345*, 51.354*,51.380*, 51.401*,51.437*, 51.438*, 51.356*, 51.358*,51.442*, 51.454*,51.457*, 51.467*
Political Science
47.306*, 47.319*, 47.341*, 47.342*, 47.344*, 47.345*, 47.350*, 47.413*, 47.416*, 47.417*, 47.419*, 47.425*, 47.447*
Social Work
52.311*, 52.422*, 52.325*, 52.424*, 52.326*, 52.430*, 52.327*, 52.412*, 52.413*, , 52.414*
Sociology 53.373*, 53.401*
Sociology-Anthropology 56.303*,
Courses
Not all of the following courses are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for 2001-2002, please consult the Registration Instructions and Class Schedule booklet published in the summer.
Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.100
Introduction to Public Affairs and Policy Management
The theoretical, philosophical and ethical foundations for the study of public affairs and policy management. Drawing from classic and contemporary texts in political philosophy and theory, students will consider issues relating to the nature of democracy, civic society and social organizations, the public, public affairs and public interest.
Prerequisite: Registration in the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management Program.
Lecture and discussion three hours a week.
Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.200
Policy: Analysis, Implementation and Evaluation
The institutions and processes of policy-making, implementation and evaluation. Students will examine forces that shape policy deliberations and consider alternative tools for managing policy action and policy evaluation. The course will include various theoretical approaches to understand the origins of policy, and methods by which programs are designed and assessed.
Prerequisite: Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.100 and good standing in the Bachelor of Public Affairs an Policy Management program.
Lecture and discussion three hours a week.
Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.300*
Policy Research
An examination of the research strategies and techniques relevant to policy analysis and evaluation. Using the case study method, the role of research and research organizations in the policy process is discussed. The issue of ethical dilemmas in policy research is also considered.
Prerequisite: Political Science 47.270 or, Mass Communication 27.201,or Economics 43.220 and good standing in the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management program.
Lecture and discussion three hours a week
Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.310*
Co-operative Work Term
Prerequisite: Registration in the B.P.A.P.M. Co-operative Option and permission of the Arthur Kroeger College.
Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.311*
Co-operative Work Term
Prerequisite: Registration in the B.P.A.P.M Co-operative Option and permission of the Arthur Kroeger College.
Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.312*
Co-operative Work Term
Prerequisite: Registration in the B.P.A.P.M. Co-operative Option and permission of the Arthur Kroeger College.
Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.400*
Capstone Seminar in Public Affairs and Policy Management
A policy workshop focusing on the application of public affairs analysis to develop problem solving and research skills. The seminar will be policy-focused and organized by area of Specialization in the program. Students, working in small groups, will examine concrete policy problems, actual or simulated, in specific institutional contexts.
Prerequisite: Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.300* and good standing in the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management program.
Seminar three hours a week
Public Affairs and Policy Management 58.498
Honours Research Essay
The Honours essay, which represents a major research paper in the student's Area of Specialization, is carried out under the direction of a faculty supervisor who is either selected by the candidate or assigned early in the year. The Honours essay is evaluated by both the supervisor and an appointed reader. For Faculty regulations regarding the Honours Research Essay, see p.67.
Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing in the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management program.
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