Search all research fields for members of the teaching staffThe professors included in the list below are members of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. This means that they are authorized to supervise or co-supervise theses. A complete list of the faculty and staff members associated with the program can be found at http://www.socialsciences.uottawa.ca/pol/graduate-studies
ANDREW, Caroline P., Distinguished University Professor
Urban development; women and politics; municipal politics; urban politic; intergovernmental relations in Canada; social policies (municipal); women (access to public services); management of diversity; voluntary sectorBURLONE, Nathalie, Associate Professor
Public policy analysis; interorganisational coordination; horizontal issues; decision making; family policiesCHAMPAGNE, Eric, Assistant Professor
Public sector reforms; Organization Development; Multilevel governance; International Development; Metropolitan and municipal governance; Sustainable transport policiesDENIS, Claude, Full Professor
Relation between state and society; canadian context; indigenous politics; francophone minorities; and conflicting nationalisms in Canada; mexican politics; transition to democracy; human rights and indigenous rightsDEWAR, David, Adjunct Professor
Public finance; performance management; machinery of governmentGATTINGER, Monica, Associate Professor
The influence of continental integration and globalization on public policy/public administration; Cultural policy; trade policy; energy policy and regulation; governance and the role of the state; public consultationLANE, Daniel, Full Professor
Decision analysis and support; management scienceMEVELLEC, Anne, Associate Professor
Action publique et territoire; mise en oeuvre des politiques publiques; métier d'élu local; gouvernance municipaleOHEMENG, Frank, Assistant Professor
Comparative public administration; comparative public policy; development administration and management; organization theory; theories of public sector management and governancePAQUETTE, Jonathan, Associate Professor
Organizational theories and public management; professional identities, professions and occupations in the public sector; museums, museum policy and the administration of cultural organizations in the public sector; scientific cultureROUILLARD, Christian, Full Professor
Governance and public management; renewal of managerial thought and practices; administrative reforms in Canada and Québec; horizontal management and collaborations, relations of power and organizational cultures in complex bureaucracies; psychological contract in the Canadian federal public serviceSIMARD, Louis, Associate Professor
Public action and policy analysis; organizational theories; political sociology of environment and energy; deliberation; concertation and negotiationTELLIER, Geneviève, Associate Professor
Budgetary Policies ; comparative Canadian provincial politics; quantitative research methodologyWALLNER, Jennifer, Assistant Professor
Federalism; Comparative Provincial Politics; Intergovernmental Relations
Candidates must meet the normal requirements for admission in a master's level program at the University of Ottawa (namely, an honour's baccalaureate degree, or its equivalent, with at least second class "B" standing from a recognized post-secondary institution). Advanced standing for up to 4.5 credits will be given to qualified students in recognition of comparable studies as determined by the Program Committee. To be eligible, the credits in question must not have counted towards the requirements of a previously conferred diploma or degree.
Candidates are required to submit a resume as well as a narrative statement. In the narrative statement, we recommend that they identify and explain the reasons why this program is of interest to them, and highlight elements of their current or past professional experience (paid or voluntary) that may have given them some insights or sparked interest in public management and/or governance. The candidates may also wish to identify what they hope to gain from the diploma in terms of learning and/or endeavours that they believe the diploma will better position them to undertake. The statement should be between 300 and 500 words in length.
A maximum of three credits in equivalencies or advanced standing may be granted. Candidates who have already successfully completed some of the compulsory credits may be allowed to replace those credits with elective credits. For details, consult section B.2.7. of the general regulations of the FGPS.
Transfer from Graduate Diploma to Master’s
Students registered in the graduate diploma program can request to transfer to the Master of Arts (MA) in public administration in accordance with section A.7.1 of the general regulations of the FGPS.
Language Requirements
Proficiency in either English or French is required. Applicants whose first language is neither English nor French must provide proof of proficiency in one or the other. The list of acceptable proofs is indicated in the “Admission” section of the general regulations of the FGPS.
The graduate diploma requirements consist of 15 credits, with 12 credits of core courses and three credits for a project, including a written report on an applied governance issue.
Compulsory courses (12 credits) :ADM6209 GOVERNANCE (1.5cr.)
ADM6210 MODELS OF PUBLIC, PRIVATE AND CIVIC GOVERNANCE (1.5cr.)
ADM6211 CONSULTATION AND MULTI- STAKEHOLDER NEGOTIATION (1.5cr.)
ADM6212 GOVERNANCE AND THE DIGITAL IMPERATIVE (1.5cr.)
PAP6101 GLOBALIZATION AND CONTINENTAL INTEGRATION (3cr.)
PAP6102 DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE (3cr.)
Project (3 credits) :ADM6901 PROJET / PROJECT (3cr.)
or
PAP6901 PROJET / PROJECT (3cr.)
(Registration in the ADM or the PAP project depends on the Faculty / School of the project supervisor.)
Duration of the ProgramThe requirements of the diploma are usually fulfilled within three years of initial registration to the program.
PAP6101 GLOBALIZATION AND CONTINENTAL INTEGRATION (3cr.)
Examination of the impacts of socio-economic, technological and cultural globalization on our systems of governance both internationally and domestically. Analysis of the role of the nation-state in a context of simultaneous decentralization and internationalization, with a particular focus on global institutions and North American integration.
PAP6102 DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE (3cr.)
This seminar provides an examination of how democratic governments structure their decision-making processes for effectiveness, representation and accountability. A particular focus of this seminar is a critical evaluation of the New Public Management reforms, and an in-depth review of different models of government intervention and policy-making from a comparative perspective.
PAP6501 MONDIALISATION ET INTÉGRATION CONTINENTALE (3cr.)
Examen de l'impact sur la gouvernance à l'échelle internationale et nationale de la mondialisation des secteurs socio-économique, technologique et culturel. Analyse du rôle joué par l'état-nation dans un contexte de décentralisation et d'internationalisation simultanées, en mettant particulièrement l'accent sur les institutions mondiales et l'intégration nord-américaine.
PAP6502 GOUVERNANCE DÉMOCRATIQUE - RENDEMENT ET IMPUTABILITÉ (3cr.)
Examen des mesures prises par les gouvernements démocratiques pour s'assurer que les processus de prise de décision répondent aux critères d'efficacité, de représentativité, et d'imputabilité. Accent sur l'examen critique des réformes récentes des modes de gestion à la fonction publique et étude approfondie des différents modes d'intervention gouvernementale et d'élaboration de politiques d'un point de vue comparatif.
PAP6901 PROJET / PROJECT (3cr.)
Étude approfondie d'un domaine de la gestion publique ou de la gouvernance. Étude de cas ou projet en collaboration avec une ou plusieurs agences du secteur public. Rapport écrit. Noté: S/NS par le professeur responsable / In-depth study of a particular area of public management on governance. Case study or project to be conducted in collaboration with one or more public sector organizations. Written report. Graded: S/NS by the professor in-charge.
ADM6209 GOVERNANCE (1.5cr.)
A general introduction to the concept of governance in the private, public and social sector. A critical examination of the evolution of governance systems based on competition and cooperation. A general discussion of the drift in the governance systems generated by competition, and coevolution among the three sectors. Conjectures about the future of governance systems.
ADM6210 MODELS OF PUBLIC, PRIVATE AND CIVIC GOVERNANCE (1.5cr.)
A thorough review of the different models and of the particular mechanisms of decision-making, of accountability and of governance in the public and the social sectors in comparison with those arrangements in the private sector. Prerequisite: ADM 6209 or MBA 5211.
ADM6609 GOUVERNANCE (1.5cr.)
Le concept de gouvernance dans les secteurs privé, public et social. Examen critique de l'évolution des systèmes de gouvernance fondés sur la compétition et la coopération. La dérive des systèmes de gouvernance engendrée par la compétition et la co-évolution des trois secteurs. Conjectures sur les systèmes de gouvernance du futur.
ADM6610 MODÈLES DE GOUVERNANCE DANS LES SECTEURS PUBLIC, PRIVÉ ET CIVIQUE (1.5cr.)
Étude exhaustive et comparative des différents modèles et processus en ce qui concerne la prise de décision, l'imputabilité et la gouvernance dans le secteur public et civique et dans le secteur privé. Préalable : ADM 6609.
ADM6611 NÉGOCIATION ET CONSULTATION AVEC DE MULTIPLES INTERVENANTS (1.5cr.)
Étude des processus de consultation et de prise de décision avec de multiples intervenants et examen des principaux outils et techniques déployés par le gouvernement, l'industrie et les organisations civiles. La collaboration et la négociation seront les thèmes centraux de ce séminaire. Préalable : ADM 6609.
ADM6211 CONSULTATION AND MULTI- STAKEHOLDER NEGOTIATION (1.5cr.)
An examination of processes of multi-stakeholder consultation and decision-making is undertaken, along with a consideration of the major tools and techniques deployed by government, industry and civic organizations. Collaboration and negotiation are central themes of this seminar. Prerequisite: ADM 6209 or MBA 5211.
ADM6212 GOVERNANCE AND THE DIGITAL IMPERATIVE (1.5cr.)
E-Governance and its impacts on organizational management and service delivery in both industry and government are examined. Partnerships and relations between industry and government in a digital world, and the challenges of adapting to on-line activity on all sectors will be considered from the perspective of all major stakeholders. Prerequisite: ADM 6209 or MBA 5211.
ADM6612 GOUVERNANCE DANS UN MONDE DOMINÉ PAR LES COMMUNICATIONS NUMÉRISÉES (1.5cr.)
Étude de la gouvernance par voie électronique et de son impact sur la gestion organisationnelle et sur la prestation de services dans le cadre de l'industrie et du gouvernement. Les partenariats et les relations entre l'industrie et le gouvernement dans un monde numérique ainsi que les défis que pose l'adaptation aux interactions en-ligne dans tous les secteurs seront examinés du point de vue des principaux intervenants. Préalable : ADM 6609.
ADM6901 PROJET / PROJECT (3cr.)
Étude approfondie d'un domaine de la gestion publique ou de la gouvernance. Étude de cas ou projet en collaboration avec une ou plusieurs agences du secteur public. Rapport écrit. Noté : par le professeur responsable / In-depth study of a particular area of public management or governance. Case studies or project to be conducted in collaboration with one or more piblic sector organizations. Written report. Graded: S/NS by the professor in-charge.