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PADM-GP.2143
Government BudgetingAn understanding of government budgeting is critical to understanding the policy process and the workings of government. This course covers the theory and practice of government budgeting at both the national and subnational levels. It reviews how …Course
PADM-GP.4112
Building Effective TeamsThis two-day course is designed to develop your ability to build, lead, and participate in high-performing teams. We will draw from the fields of psychology, management, strategy, and sociology to discuss best practices for designing, launching, …Course
NONCR-GP.906
Math Review SessionThis noncredit module focuses on those math skills that are essential to statistics, microeconomics, and financial management. Students taking quantitative courses are encouraged to take advantage of this …Course
MSPP-GP.3100
Applied Policy AnalysisOpen only to students in the MSPP program. This course will provide students with an opportunity to engage in policy analysis in situations that mimic the real world practice of the craft of policy analysis. In practice, policy analysis requires drawing …Course
PHD-GP.5901
Seminar in Research in ProgressNot counted toward course requirements for a degree. A weekly seminar for doctoral candidates working on dissertation proposals, conducting research, writing dissertations, and preparing for their oral defenses. Students present their work in progress for …News
Pentland Scholarship Offered for NYC/London Executive MPA ProgamThe Pentland Scholarship is a full scholarship available to students from Africa, Asia-Pacific or Latin America to study in the unique Global Executive Master in Public Administration (EMPA) degree program of NYU Wagner and University College London. The …
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UPADM-GP.111
Quantitative Analysis for Public PolicyThis course introduces students to basic statistical methods and their application to management, policy, and financial decision-making. The course covers the essential elements of descriptive statistics, univariate and bivariate statistical inference, …Course
NONCR-GP.108
Composing Your CareerThis four week, non-credit workshop equips NYU Wagner students to strategically navigate the complex world of public service careers. Through research, reflection, discussion, and written assignments, students develop core career planning skills and …Course
UPADM-GP.217
Sustainable Urban DevelopmentThis course examines the social, economic and environmental dimensions of sustainable urban development. Some of the major themes explored include indicators of sustainability, urban demographic trends, environmental justice, green building, urban sprawl, …Capstone Projects
Paying for Government through Cost RecoveryThe Government Accountability Office (GAO) is a non-partisan, independent office serving the United States Congress through monitoring, research, and projections for the future. They take particular interest in the nations financial picture. GAO engaged …
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Employment Opportunities for Syrian and Palestinian Refugees in Jordan The Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education provides underserved, high-achieving Arab students with the support and skills training they need to thrive. The Foundation enlisted a Capstone team to better understand the employment regulations, trends, …
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A Study of Volunteer DiversityAFS-USA is a nonprofit organization working toward a more just and peaceful world by sending American high school students to live and study abroad, and receiving international students in homes and schools across the United States. AFS-USA relies heavily …
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Social Enterprise Created at NYU Wagner is Improving Student AttendanceIt has practically become the stuff of legend: The chance meeting of Miriam Altman and Alexandra Meis on their first day at NYU Wagner. The two were brought together at a faculty mixer. With a shared background working on the front lines in the New York …
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Alumni Affinity Groups Attend lectures, discussions, happy hours, and other NYU Wagner community events focused on fundraising and development throughout the year. Learn …
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Your EducationTo be an effective public service leader, you'll need a broad foundation in finance, policy, and management, as well as a firm grasp of how skills and ideas translate into real-world contexts. Learn …
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Improving the Effectiveness of Gender Mainstreaming Initiatives at UDSMThe mandate of the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) Gender Centre and its affiliated student organization, the Gender Club, is to mainstream gender policies and programs across the University. The Centre’s work includes student and faculty engagement …
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Inputs to Development: How the Millennium Development Goals Affect Nonprofit ResourcesA set of eight global priorities to eradicate extreme poverty, the United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) were met with great optimism in 2000. While many studies have examined developmental progress in the intervening 15 years, how much of …
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Natasha Iskander is Honored for Book on Migrant Workers Behind the 2022 World Cup, and BeyondNatasha Iskander, Professor of Urban Planning and Public Service at NYU Wagner, has been honored by the Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning for her critically acclaimed book looking at the migrant workforce involved in preparations for the 2022 …
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NAVIGATING THE PHYSICIAN SHORTAGE IN THE US HEALTHCARE SYSTEMHow should healthcare systems in the US navigate physician shortage? The COVID-19 pandemic drew attention to this shortage, but other long-term challenges, such as an aging baby-boomer population and climate change, may further stress physician supply. …
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Development of a gender mainstreaming strategyEstablished in 2006, The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) Gender Centre monitors the implementation of UDSM’s gender policies and promotes gender equality through student and staff events, research, and literature. The Gender Centre engaged a Capstone …
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Cost-benefit associated with implementing a five-tier care management programJamaica Hospital, part of MediSys Health Network, is engaged in a shared savings program in which providers share the savings generated by managing care appropriately, as determined by pre-set quality benchmarks. Jamaica Hospital sought to evaluate the …