Y 509 (21036) International Public Affairs:

Governance and Global Space

Fall 2026

Th. 5:30-8:00 PM

 

Instructor:  Dr. Gabriel Popescu

Course Description

Give administrators a more nuanced understanding of the contemporary world and its impact on public and nonprofit organizations, through analysis of the promises and challenges posed by globalization.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Construct solutions using theories and concepts of public management.
• Design research on policy and management issues.
• Distinguish between the ethical components of public service activities.

Grading weights & scale

The course final grade will be based on the results of:

Reaction papers: 70%

Final paper: 10%

Class participation 20%

Final paper due date: December 10

Your course grade will be calculated based upon the following scale:

A = 93 and higher                                                                               A- = 90-93

B+ = 87-90                                                                                          B = 83-87

B- = 80-83                                                                                          C+ = 77-80

C = 73-77                                                                                            C- = 70-73

D+ = 67-70                                                                                          D = 63-67

D- = 60-63                                                                                          F    = 60 and below

Course Delivery Format: In-person.

Meeting dates: August 24 – December 10, 2026

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