Description: This course provides an in-depth exploration of the principles, techniques, and tools required for effective strategic planning and budget analysis. Students will learn how to develop and implement strategic plans that align with organizational goals, as well as how to analyze and manage budgets to support these plans. The course emphasizes the integration of strategic and financial planning to enhance organizational performance and ensure sustainable growth.
Course Objectives:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of strategic planning processes and their impact on organizational success.
- Gain skills in creating and analyzing budgets to support strategic initiatives.
- Learn to align financial resources with strategic goals and objectives.
- Acquire techniques for monitoring, evaluating, and adjusting strategies and budgets.
- Lecturer : Dr. Adam Banda
This course provides an in-depth examination of public administration systems across different countries, focusing on the structures, processes, and practices that shape governance and public policy. By analyzing various administrative models, students will explore how cultural, economic, and political contexts influence public administration. The course emphasizes critical thinking, comparative analysis, and the application of theoretical frameworks to real-world case studies, preparing students to understand and engage with global public administration challenges.
- Lecturer : Dr. Adam Banda
Course Overview:
This comprehensive diploma course covers the principles and practices of public financial management, equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to manage public funds effectively and efficiently.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the framework of public financial management
- Develop skills in budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting
- Learn to manage public funds, assets, and liabilities
- Understand the role of auditing and financial oversight
- Apply best practices in public financial management
- Lecturer : Dr. Adam Banda
Course Introduction
This course delves into the principles, theories, and practices of public administration and governance. It examines the structures and processes involved in managing public resources, implementing policies, and delivering services to citizens. The course also explores the role of governance in promoting accountability, transparency, and public participation, while addressing contemporary challenges such as globalization, digital transformation, and social equity. Through case studies and practical examples, students will gain insights into effective governance and the dynamics of public sector management.
Course Objectives
1. Understanding Core Concepts: To provide a foundational understanding of key concepts and theories in public administration and governance.
2. Analyzing Governance Structures: To evaluate various governance frameworks and their implications for public policy and service delivery.
3. Public Policy Development: To develop skills in analyzing the public policy cycle, including formulation, implementation, and evaluation.
4. Promoting Accountability: To emphasize the significance of transparency, accountability, and ethical behavior in public administration.
5. Engaging with Contemporary Issues: To explore current challenges in governance, including citizen engagement and the impact of technology.
- Lecturer : Dr. Adam Banda