Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Synopsis The subject aims to provide public sector managers operating in developing countries, whether in the service of local or international public agencies, with skills, competencies and knowledge to manage public sector oriented development projects and agencies. It introduces students to leading issues in development management and to competing interpretations of these issues. Attention will focus on the public sector in developing countries. Topics will include organisational environments, policy making, bureaucracy, culture, administrative reform, organisational design, the planning process, public enterprises and privatisation and non-governmental organisations.
Assessment Individual essay: 50% + Case study: 40% + Attendance/participation: 10%