Program Overview

Master of Arts in Economics and Communication in Public Management and Policy

The Master of Arts in "E" " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Economics and Communication in Public Management and Policy is a comprehensive program that aims to provide students with a global understanding of public institutions, their organization, and functioning. The program focuses on the fundamental elements necessary for analyzing public policies.

Course Objectives

The primary objective of the course is to understand the organization and functioning of the state apparatus. Key concepts such as "political system" and "public administration" will be defined. The relationships between administration and society, particularly the relationship between politics and public administration, will be highlighted. The course will also examine the political role of officials and the representativeness of public administration.

Course Structure

The course is divided into three main parts:

• The first part will focus on the organization and functioning of public administration, with an emphasis on the concepts of "systematic politics" and "public administration."
• The second part will delve into the changes that have transformed the organization and functioning of public administration since the 1980s, with a particular focus on the concept of New Public Management.
• The third part will cover the analysis and evaluation of public policies, including the policy cycle, the role of actors and their interactions, and the influence of resources, rationality, and values on political choices.

Program Details

• Program Name: Master of Arts in Economics and Communication in Public Management and Policy
• ECTS: 3.0
• Language: Italian
• Academic Year: Autumn Semester

Research Areas

The program will explore various research areas, including:

• Public administration and its organization
• Public policy analysis and evaluation
• New Public Management and its implications
• The role of officials and the representativeness of public administration

Conclusion

The Master of Arts in Economics and Communication in Public Management and Policy is a comprehensive program that provides students with a deep understanding of public institutions, their organization, and functioning. The program is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to analyze and evaluate public policies, making it an ideal choice for those interested in pursuing a career in public management and policy.