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This assignment is the first of four in the course that will focus on different aspects of a single public agency of your choice. Each assignment builds upon the foundation of the previous assignment and feedback from your instructor will be included in each submission.
Overview
Assume the role of a consultant who works for a consulting firm that has asked you to research this agency and file a report with the vice president of public programs and client support. This report will be reviewed by the VP as well as by the leaders of the agency for whom you are working.
Write a 6–8 page paper (including title and reference page), titled Part 1: Rationale and Analysis for the [Selected Agency], in which you separate the content into the following sections:
Introduction.
Functions of the Agency.
Rationale.
Analysis of the Selected Agency. Develop an in-depth analysis of the selected agency’s planning, organizational design, and implementation, and then provide recommendations for improvement. Research related academic sources, the agency’s website, or a relevant government website.
Analysis of Policy Implementation.
Recommendations for Planning and Implementation.
References.
Agency Selection: Select an agency either from the list below or your own choice of a public agency. Before selecting an agency ensure the agency (or department) is structured to meet the expectations of all the assignments in the course. For public agency selection recommendations, review these websites:Ration