This course develops students’ ability to analyze public problems and policy alternatives using structured reasoning, social values, and empirical evidence. Students apply policy analysis frameworks and analytical methods through exams, activities, and a team-based policy analysis project that culminates in a written report and presentation.

Urban policy and urban economic development examined historically, nationally, and locally. Approaches to urban development and redevelopment.

An exploration of the roles and activities of bureaucracies in the implementation of policies and programs, with emphasis on practical issues of public management. Credit not allowed for both PUBP 2030 and PUBP 3010.

Ethical reasoning in the context of professional work in science and technology. Prepares future technical professionals to approach decision with a coherent ethical framework. Credit not allowed for both PHIL 3109 and PST 3109.

Ethical reasoning in the context of professional work in science and technology. Prepares future technical professionals to approach decision with a coherent ethical framework. Credit not allowed for both PHIL 3109 and PST 3109.

This course is intended for students with an interest in designing and leading cybersecurity organizations or operating in functions that need to work closely with security teams. Beginning with a focus on strategy and guiding principles, the course then moves into organizational structure and specific roles and duties required to address the cybersecurity needs of different organizations. Core concepts of risk management are introduced and used to frame modules on cyber risk management and oversight. Finally, cyber risk governance is studied with a focus on both internal oversight structures and Board-level interaction. 

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Analyzes policy implications of Internet architecture (Internet protocols, domain name system, packet switching, peer-to-peer) and surveys policy issues about content, privacy, intellectual property, and governance.

Ethical reasoning in the context of professional work in science and technology. Prepares future technical professionals to approach decision with a coherent ethical framework. Credit not allowed for both PHIL 3109 and PST 3109.