Tribal Management and Governance
The Departement offers a certificate in Tribal Management and Governance. To receive the certificate, students must complete four classes: PA 540, 542, 641, and 643. The course descriptions are listed below. Upon completing these four courses, students request the certificate from the Department.
540. Introduction to Tribal Management and Governance
Roles, responsibilities and structure of tribal governments. The historical and legal underpinnings of the inter-governmental relations between the U.S. government and Indian tribes. Also explores relevant organization and management theories, concepts and tools as applied to the management of tribal governments. Formerly a topic under PA 590. (4 units)
542. Tribal Government Gaming and Economic Development
The historical and legal foundations and practices of tribal government gaming in the United States with particular attention focused on California. Includes an analysis of tribal governance, economic development, social and economic impacts of tribal government gaming. Formerly a topic under PA 590. (4 units)
641. Federal Indian Law and Administration
Overview of federal Indian laws and policies from treaty making to present. Historical overview of political and legal frameworks, executive policies, and judicial decisions in the context of Indian affairs. Formerly a topic under PA 690. (4 units)
643. Public Policy Issues and American Indians
Public policy issues tribal nations face as they enter the twenty-first century, including: political sovereignty, economic development, constitutional reform, cultural and language maintenance and promotion, land and water rights, religious freedom, health and social welfare, and education. Emphasizes the breadth of issues that leaders must confront from health, education, and social services to politics, economics, and cultural change. Formerly a topic under PA 690. (4 units)
