• ORPT 4700: Special Topics in ORPT

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course will provide opportunities to explore special topics and current issues related to outdoor recreation and tourism. Topics will vary according to faculty and student interest. May be repeated for up to nine (9) credits. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): Instructor or department permission Repeatable for Add'l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 9 Registration Restriction(s): None
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• ORPT 4740: Organization and Administration for ORPT

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Organization, administration, and evaluation of outdoor recreation programs. Topics include planning, programming, evaluation, budgeting, human resources, risk management, policy, and procedures. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): ORPT 2800 or instructor permission - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): Junior or Senior standing required Prerequisite:    ORPT 2800
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• ORPT 4745: Organization and Administration Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  The Organization and Administration lab provides students with an opportunity to apply the processes and information from ORPT 4740 into their own program. The lab will include implementation of a program plan and an in-depth evaluation of that program. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): ORPT 4740 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ORPT 4740
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• ORPT 4860: Outdoor Recreation Independent Projects

  1.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course is designed to give outdoor recreation majors and minors experience leading, teaching, and developing skills in the outdoor recreation field. The student is responsible for identifying a specific project or experience that will increase their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field; identifying learning goals and outcomes; and developing a plan to complete the project. A faculty mentor facilitates the independent project through consultation with the student and by providing appropriate resources. Students may or may not be paid for their work. A minimum of 45 hours of work equates to one (1) credit hour. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission Repeatable for Add'l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 6 Registration Restriction(s): None
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• ORPT 4890: Outdoor Recreation Internship

  1.00 - 8.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Professional experience in a departmental approved leisure services program. (Fall) [Pass/Fail] Repeatable for Add'l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 9 Registration Restriction(s): None
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• ORPT 4900: ORPT Senior Seminar

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  A capstone course: ORPT majors will complete a capstone project to investigate current trends, issues, research, and professional standards in the field. Students will also prepare for internships. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Outdoor Recreation in Parks and Tourism majors only; Senior standing required
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• PADM 6000: Program Overview and Theory of Public Administration

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This is a foundation course that provides an overview of the MPA program and introduces students to the public administration profession. Students learn about MPA curriculum, areas of emphasis, and the experiential learning requirements. Additionally, students study the theoretical and practical framework for public administration, as well as competencies required for career public servants and nonprofit administrators. (Fall, Spring [Online]) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
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• PADM 6200: Public Sector Budgeting

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course explores the theory and practice of public sector budgeting and decision-making. This course provides an overview of the budget process, political influences, information management and requirements, and fiduciary responsibilities for public funds. Emphasis is given to subnational levels of government and nonprofit organizations. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): MIS or MPA majors only
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• PADM 6300: Administrative Law

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Analyzes the authority of administrative agencies with an emphasis on the study of the administrative relationship between the legislature, government, executives, and regulatory agencies, as well as the judicial review of administrative agencies. (Spring, Summer [Online]) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None
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• PADM 6440: Research Methods

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Students develop critical-thinking skills as they apply quantitative and qualitative research methods to research projects. Public service values serve as a framework for conducting research, evaluating programs, and interpreting analyses. Students leave with the ability to design research projects, conduct surveys, and analyze policies and programs. Cyber Security and Information Assurance (CSIA) majors may register with MPA program approval. (Fall, Spring [Online]) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): PADM 6000 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: B- Registration Restriction(s): Graduate students only Prerequisite:    PADM 6000
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