Distance Learning

American Government

This course is an introduction to essentials of national government and an overview of the American political system. It examines the constitutional foundation of the system and its development over time, including modules on political institutions; campaigns and elections; and non-governmental entities, such as political parties, interest groups, and the media, including the role of political culture in American politics. The course also includes a module on the Georgia State government, and satisfies the legislative requirement for Georgia Government. Students who successfully complete POLS 1101 will be able to:

• Identify and differentiate the basic terms and concepts of Political Science
• Formulate a useful framework within which students can acquire knowledge and understanding of the meaning and significance of politics and government.
• Analyze the nature and importance of constitutional democratic political culture, particularly the basic political values and beliefs underlying American constitutional democracy.
• Compare the American constitutional democracy and other types of political systems.
• Identify the origins and continuing development of the American constitutional system, including the relationships among the principal organs of the national government and those between the national government and the states.
• Identify, distinguish and describe the principal institutions and processes of American national government and politics.
• Identify and analyze major policy issues in the contemporary American political system.
• To identify and distinguish the primary institutions and processes of GA government and politics.

Course Requirements:

• This course uses Open Educational Resources - no textbook purchase is required. 
• Online Quizzes and assignments
• Basic knowledge of computers and computer applications

Additional Requirements:

• A computer with Microsoft Word and appropriate plug ins to successfully run GeorgiaView - https://albanystate.view.usg.edu/d2l/login – click System Checker

Current World Problems

An introduction to the political issues that transcend national boundaries such as the environment, population, immigration, nuclear proliferation, terrorism, religion, natural resources, etc.  Students who successfully complete POLS 1105 will be able to:

• Identify and analyze political concepts, such as state, power, national interests, as they apply to the study of global issues.
• Compare and contrast global issues as they different regions and countries.
• Talk intelligently about many of the big issues of the day and to enter into conversations about these issues with others.

Course Requirements:

• Online Quizzes and assignments
• Basic knowledge of computers and computer applications

Additional Requirements:

• A computer with Microsoft Word and appropriate plug ins to successfully run GeorgiaView - https://albanystate.view.usg.edu/d2l/login – click System Checker

Intro to Political Science

A survey of different areas of political science, basic concepts and approaches to the study of Political Science, the nature of the state, government and law in society.

Prerequisite: POLS 110I.

Course Requirements:

• Participate in discussion questions

• Online Quizzes and assignments

• Basic knowledge of computers and computer applications

  Additional Requirements:

• A computer with Microsoft Word and appropriate plug ins to successfully run GeorgiaView - https://albanystate.view.usg.edu/d2l/login – click System Checker

Introduction to Global Issues

An overview of the structure and processes of the international political-economic system, including topics such as economic and social interdependence, international trade, war and power, oil politics, green politics and the problems associated with developing countries. Students who successfully complete POLS 2401 will be able to:

• Explain key international events by applying realist, liberal, and “identity” approaches to the study of international Relations.
• Compare and evaluate explanations for war and prescriptions for peace in the international system.
• Analyze the concept of globalization and apply it to contemporary changes to the international system.
• Analyze theories of development and underdevelopment and apply them to the political economy of the Global South.
• Analyze and evaluate the role of international institutions and “low politics” in transforming the international system.

Course Requirements:

• Online Quizzes and assignments
• Basic-advanced knowledge of computers, computer applications, and trouble-shooting.

Additional Requirements:

• A computer with Microsoft Word and appropriate plug ins to successfully run GeorgiaView - https://albanystate.view.usg.edu/d2l/login – click System Checker

Public Policy - eMajor only

An analysis of diverse public policy issues, as well as the decision process leading to the formulation of government policy. An analysis of societal factors that influence policy, and the effect of government policy on society.

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree. The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.

State and Local Government

Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(s): Junior, Senior. A study of the forms and structures of state and local government, the formal and informal political and administrative processes of state legislatures, municipal chambers and judicial bodies. This course also addresses social, community, economic, and political issues that are relevant to both types of governments.

Prerequisite: POLS 1101.

Principles of Public Administration – eMajor only

Provides the student with an overview of the principles of public administration. Throughout the course, the student will learn a number of key principles and how they are applied. By the end of the course, the student will have learned the basics of public administration and will be able to effectively apply these principles.

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree. The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.

lnter-organizational Behavior – eMajor only

Provides an understanding of the dynamics of and the interrelationships among and between the federal, state, and local levels of government.

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree. The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.

Public Finance - eMajor only

An in-depth student of the equity and economic effects of government spending programs, taxes, and debt.

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree. The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.

Modern Public Management - eMajor only

Various changes in the management of public organizations are identified and analyzed. Includes the role of technology, modification of the relationship between public and private spheres, and current trends in the management of change and supervision of a diverse work force.

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree. The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.

Management of Non-Profit Organizations - eMajor only

Designed to explore the theoretical principles and practical application of management for charities and/or nonprofit organizations. Students will be provided an opportunity to examine critical issues of management faced by leaders in nonprofit organizations.

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree. The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.

Grant Writing for Non-Profit Organizations - eMajor only

Introduces students to the world of grant writing and management, and provides an opportunity to experience writing actual grants. Students will learn the process of identifying prospective funders, developing relationships with funders, understand the basics of writing grants, submitting proposals, working as a collaborative, and preparing for the follow up. Students will apply course learning to write and prepare actual grant proposals.

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree. The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.

Project Management in the Public Sector - eMajor only

Discusses the theory, principles, tools, and techniques necessary to build a solid project management foundation. The Project Management Institute’s (PMI) standards for project management will be emphasized throughout the course.

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree. The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.

Human Resource Management - eMajor only

Examines the processes, policies, procedures, and laws concerning public personnel. It will also cover the issues of employee protection, motivation, efficiency, and responsibility.

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree. The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.

Administrative Law and Government

An overview of the administrative law process with the focus upon the formation and execution of public policy.  Special emphasis is placed upon protecting the interests of all parties involved in the complex process of administrative law, policy formation and implementation.

Additional Information:

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree.  The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.

Government Organization and Administrative Theory - eMajor only

A systematic analysis of theories in organization, management and administration. Special consideration will be given to institutional, behavioral and psychological factors.

This course is part of the eMajor collaborate program degree. The tuition for this course is at the current eMajor rate.