Governance and Democracy IVA and IVB examine the theoretical and philosophical foundations of governance, public leadership and democracy, and their application to public administration. Students explore leadership principles, the relationship between democracy and the developmental state, and the influence of different governance systems on public affairs. Using South Africa as a case study, they analyse the organisation of the state, the relationships between its institutions and the separation of powers. The modules also develop students’ ability to use evidence and theory to build persuasive arguments in support of public sector proposals and initiatives.

Governance and Democracy IVA and IVB examine the theoretical and philosophical foundations of governance, public leadership and democracy, and their application to public administration. Students explore leadership principles, the relationship between democracy and the developmental state, and the influence of different governance systems on public affairs. Using South Africa as a case study, they analyse the organisation of the state, the relationships between its institutions and the separation of powers. The modules also develop students’ ability to use evidence and theory to build persuasive arguments in support of public sector proposals and initiatives.

Strategic Management and Accountability IVA and IVB develop students’ ability to prepare coherent strategic and performance plans across the spheres of government. Students learn to align these plans with relevant policy and regulatory frameworks, with an emphasis on promoting efficiency, effectiveness and accountability in the management of public affairs.

Strategic Management and Accountability IVA and IVB develop students’ ability to prepare coherent strategic and performance plans across the spheres of government. Students learn to align these plans with relevant policy and regulatory frameworks, with an emphasis on promoting efficiency, effectiveness and accountability in the management of public affairs.

Public Value and Change Management IVA and IVB explore how public values and change management approaches inform decisions and actions in public administration. Students develop their ability to apply relevant principles and justify their choices when responding to public sector challenges within a supported learning environment.

Public Value and Change Management IVA and IVB explore how public values and change management approaches inform decisions and actions in public administration. Students develop their ability to apply relevant principles and justify their choices when responding to public sector challenges within a supported learning environment.

Economics and Public Finance IVA and IVB examine the relationship between the state and the economy within a public finance context. Students develop their understanding of economic and public finance concepts and their relevance to the administration of public affairs.

Economics and Public Finance IVA and IVB examine the relationship between the state and the economy within a public finance context. Students develop their understanding of economic and public finance concepts and their relevance to the administration of public affairs.

Research, Information Management and Report Writing IVA and IVB develop students’ ability to investigate public sector issues and communicate findings to inform policy advice and public administration. Students learn to conduct research, manage relevant information and prepare reports on matters relating to the administration of the state.

Research, Information Management and Report Writing IVA and IVB develop students’ ability to investigate public sector issues and communicate findings to inform policy advice and public administration. Students learn to conduct research, manage relevant information and prepare reports on matters relating to the administration of the state.

Local Government IVA and IVB
Local Government IVA and IVB develop students’ understanding of local government within the broader system of public administration. Students explore its role in managing local public affairs and responding to community needs.

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Monitoring and Evaluation IVA and IVB
Monitoring and Evaluation IVA and IVB examine the concepts, purpose and development of monitoring and evaluation in the public sector. Students explore South Africa’s institutional framework and the role of monitoring and evaluation in a developmental context. The modules also address the professional competencies needed to manage meaningful evaluations.

Project Management IVA    
Project Management IVA develops students’ knowledge and practical skills in planning, carrying out and controlling projects. Students examine how these activities contribute to the effective management of project work.

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Municipal Property and Infrastructure Management    
Municipal Property and Infrastructure Management examines the principles, policies and legislative requirements governing municipal property, capital assets and infrastructure. Students learn to develop and implement asset and infrastructure plans, establish asset registers and put appropriate control systems in place. The module also covers accounting for capital assets using the Standards of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) and the relationship between effective asset management and municipal service delivery.

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Citizenry and Public Service Delivery IVA    
Citizenry and Public Service Delivery IVA explore the relationship between active citizenship, the public sphere and service delivery in South Africa. Students examine how politicians, the media, citizens and civil society influence public policy and service delivery within a constitutional democracy. The module addresses the causes of service delivery protests, associated violence and approaches to managing and mitigating these challenges. Students also consider how state capacity can be strengthened and develop skills in designing, monitoring and evaluating service delivery improvement plans.

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Sectoral and Stakeholder Relations IVB    
Sectoral and Stakeholder Relations IVB examine approaches to building and managing stakeholder relationships in local governance. Students explore inclusive decision-making, collaboration across sectors and the principles of effective stakeholder engagement. They develop skills in assessing municipal stakeholder relationships, preparing engagement strategies and communication plans, and incorporating stakeholder concerns and expectations into local government decisions.