Rutgers University: New Knowledge
2018-2021

This portfolio showcases the knowledge I have gained from various classes in the study of public affairs and administration at the School of Public Affairs and Administration, SPAA, Rutgers University, Newark, New Jersey.
I lacked the knowledge about how public organizations are managed before my admission here. However, the foundation for my public affairs and administration knowledge began to form after the Introduction to Public Administration class. It is about the organization and management of Society. Marc Holzer and Richard W. Schwester, describe public administration as indispensable to the human community.
I was thrilled by the introduction to Public Administration raging from the role of public administration in the public sphere, implementation and accountability. It extends to other fields like human resources management. Different management styles from the classical to the neo-classical and the human relations side. It climaxes in the study of Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, public decision-making, dysfunctions, and politics. Inter-government relations, public finance, and public budgeting are part of the bargain.
Classes attended during the three years of public affairs and administration program.is summarized as follows: Introduction to Public Administration, Public Policy Process, Administrative Ethics, Public Financing and Budgeting, Government and Technology, Economics and Government, Human Resources Management, Administrative Ethics, Applied Statistics, Fundraising, Grant Making, Healthcare Management, Applied Research Design, and Research. classes.
Some of theses classes will be presented in the annotated section, while others are represented in the essay section, showing the knowledge acquired from each class. It is joyful arriving at this point of a journey to be counted eligible for graduation!
Happy to be a student member of the ASPA
I am happy to announce the American Society of Public Administrator's student membership. In addition, I present the association's code of ethics unedited.
ASPA Code of Ethics
The American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) advances the science, art, and practice of public administration. The Society affirms its responsibility to develop the spirit of responsible professionalism within its membership and to increase awareness and commitment to ethical principles and standards among all those who work in public service in all sectors. To this end, we, the members of the Society, commit ourselves to uphold the following principles:
1. Advance the Public Interest. Promote the interests of the public and put service to the public above service to oneself.
2. Uphold the Constitution and the Law. Respect and support government constitutions and laws, while seeking to improve laws and policies to promote the public good.
3. Promote democratic participation. Inform the public and encourage active engagement in governance. Be open, transparent and responsive, and respect and assist all
persons in their dealings with public organizations.
4. Strengthen social equity. Treat all persons with fairness, justice, and equality and respect individual differences, rights, and freedoms. Promote affirmative action and other initiatives to reduce unfairness, injustice, and inequality in Society.
5. Fully Inform and Advise. Provide accurate, honest, comprehensive, and timely information and advice to elected and appointed officials and governing board members and to staff members in your organization.
6. Demonstrate personal integrity. Adhere to the highest standards of conduct to inspire public confidence and trust in public service.
7. Promote Ethical Organizations: Strive to attain the highest standards of ethics, stewardship, and public service in organizations that serve the public.
8. Advance Professional Excellence: Strengthen personal capabilities to act competently and ethically and encourage the professional development of others.
I lacked the knowledge about how public organizations are managed before my admission here. However, the foundation for my public affairs and administration knowledge began to form after the Introduction to Public Administration class. It is about the organization and management of Society. Marc Holzer and Richard W. Schwester, describe public administration as indispensable to the human community.
I was thrilled by the introduction to Public Administration raging from the role of public administration in the public sphere, implementation and accountability. It extends to other fields like human resources management. Different management styles from the classical to the neo-classical and the human relations side. It climaxes in the study of Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, public decision-making, dysfunctions, and politics. Inter-government relations, public finance, and public budgeting are part of the bargain.
Classes attended during the three years of public affairs and administration program.is summarized as follows: Introduction to Public Administration, Public Policy Process, Administrative Ethics, Public Financing and Budgeting, Government and Technology, Economics and Government, Human Resources Management, Administrative Ethics, Applied Statistics, Fundraising, Grant Making, Healthcare Management, Applied Research Design, and Research. classes.
Some of theses classes will be presented in the annotated section, while others are represented in the essay section, showing the knowledge acquired from each class. It is joyful arriving at this point of a journey to be counted eligible for graduation!
Happy to be a student member of the ASPA
I am happy to announce the American Society of Public Administrator's student membership. In addition, I present the association's code of ethics unedited.
ASPA Code of Ethics
The American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) advances the science, art, and practice of public administration. The Society affirms its responsibility to develop the spirit of responsible professionalism within its membership and to increase awareness and commitment to ethical principles and standards among all those who work in public service in all sectors. To this end, we, the members of the Society, commit ourselves to uphold the following principles:
1. Advance the Public Interest. Promote the interests of the public and put service to the public above service to oneself.
2. Uphold the Constitution and the Law. Respect and support government constitutions and laws, while seeking to improve laws and policies to promote the public good.
3. Promote democratic participation. Inform the public and encourage active engagement in governance. Be open, transparent and responsive, and respect and assist all
persons in their dealings with public organizations.
4. Strengthen social equity. Treat all persons with fairness, justice, and equality and respect individual differences, rights, and freedoms. Promote affirmative action and other initiatives to reduce unfairness, injustice, and inequality in Society.
5. Fully Inform and Advise. Provide accurate, honest, comprehensive, and timely information and advice to elected and appointed officials and governing board members and to staff members in your organization.
6. Demonstrate personal integrity. Adhere to the highest standards of conduct to inspire public confidence and trust in public service.
7. Promote Ethical Organizations: Strive to attain the highest standards of ethics, stewardship, and public service in organizations that serve the public.
8. Advance Professional Excellence: Strengthen personal capabilities to act competently and ethically and encourage the professional development of others.
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