Public Relations

Please utilize the attached Chapters 1-3 as the main reference. Discuss what is meant by the statement, “public budgeting involves the selection of ends and the means to reach those ends.”  Discuss each of the elements used to describe a budget from the section of the book entitled, “what is a budget?”.  Explain the functions of a budgeting as discussed in the week one written lecture.  Discuss the major characteristics of public sector budgeting vs. private sector budgeting.  When doing so, be sure to make note of the information associated with how the differences in objectives, the differences in services provided and the differences in responsibility may play a role in budget efforts. Reference  Lee, R.D. Jr., Johnson, R.W. & Joyce, P.G. (2013). Public Budgeting Systems (9th ed.).Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett. (ISBN: 978-1-4496-2790-4)

Topic #1 The decision to move the Federal Emergency Management Agency into the Department of Homeland Security changed the dynamics of emergency management, including the function and focus of FEMA, the interactions between the nations lead emergency manager and the President, among other changes.  On one side, there is the feeling that incorporating FEMA into DHS has helped to concentrate the agencies dealing with hazard and risk under one roof, thereby eliminating some of the problems that occurred on September 11th.  On the other side is the argument that inserting FEMA into DHS has severely weakened the ability of FEMA to perform its required function.  Use this forum to state your opinion on whether or not you think FEMA belongs in DHS, or whether it should be returned to Cabinet-level status, and support your answer with examples (hypothetical or actual). You are expected to provide some evidence that at least a significant portion of the each essay is your own reaction to, thought about or evaluation of the subject of the essay, composed in your own words. Agreement, disagreement, examples, etc. are appropriate – as long as evidence of some thoughtful and pertinent independent thought, reaction, or response to the term or question is included.

I need a 3 page double space and APA format paper using the specifics: Review the Final Assignment in Week Six of the course and then(read below), develop a three-page, APA-style paper (not including cover and reference pages) in which you propose the topic and major elements defining your final Public Policy paper.  This is your chance to get your topic approved by your instructor.  Your Public Policy Proposal paper will be written in four parts: Identification and explanation of the topic including a problem statement The explanation of the research process; that is, how will the research be conducted A discussion of relevant literature appropriate to the issues at hand An abbreviated reference list (a minimum of three sources, at least one from the ProQuest electronic database).

Taking a look at existing research from scholarly literature, the best practices approach will be used to compare and the recovery of Puerto Rico after natural disasters vs that of the states of Texas, Florida and Louisiana. This literature review will be used to conduct a meta-analysis that will analyze the research and develop recommendations that will improve the future outcomes of disaster relief in Puerto Rico. Who has better outcomes in their recovery? How quickly did the federal government respond to the states vs Puerto Rico and what were the results? Why is it the government in Puerto Rico didn’t get the response from the federal government needed. Issues surrounding the arrival of supplies. Being Puerto Rico is not a state misses out on a lot of federal government services give examples and why, history. How did Puerto Rico become part of America, its statehood? Why and why not a regular state. This is to be a thorough literature review being it is part of a Public Administration Capstone Project. This the book used for the course: Jay M. Shafritzand Albert C. Hyde, Classics of Public Administration, Fifth Editionor newer.

What area of human services would you be most interested in working with? Think about special populations and distinct settings. What assets and values do you bring to the profession? What area of human services interests you the least? What personal or professional characteristics do you feel you need to improve in order to become a human services worker? As a human service professional practicing in the field, it is vital to know which social welfare programs could help your clients. Briefly discuss how social welfare programs have helped many people. Discuss how community organizing can bring about social change.

Students will complete the following in the paper:  1. Provide a complete overview of the PR campaign. In this summary clearly, articulate the purpose and function of the selected campaign and include a thesis statement for your paper.  2. Provide a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats analysis) of the campaign. It is implied that you will refer to your sources to help you determine all aspects of the SWOT analysis. In this, include the background of the company/organization, a historical perspective of communication related to the campaign topic, and discuss (in detail) each point of the SWOT analysis.  3. Provide a critical evaluation and analysis of the effectiveness of the campaign. Using information from the course reading and assignments, share relevant PR models and communication theories that relate to the tactics, programming, research, objectives, and implementation of the campaign. Determine the campaign’s effectiveness using PR models and theory from your sources and the course texts.  4. Evaluate the programming of the campaign. Clearly share what the organization implemented to reach its publics, the campaign’s messaging, as well as the use of relevant media coverage (traditional and social media) and relevant tactics used to meet their campaign goals and objectives.  5. Ensure your paper uses APA format with proper citations, references, and formatting. Students will analyze a Silver Anvil-winning PR campaign as a method of evaluating effectiveness in public relations and as a cumulative assignment that demonstrates mastery of various course learning objectives.

Type a speech whereby you present an award to someone. This is called a Presentation Speech. You will be graded based on the following: 1. Length – 1.5 – 2.0 complete pages, double-spaced, size 12 point, Times New Roman ( 0 – 15 points) 2. Name the Award (0 – 10 points) 3. Name the Honoree ( 0 – 10 points) 4. Share information about the history of the award ( 0 – 25 points) 5. Share information about how/why the recipient earned the award (0 – 25 points) 6. Conclude and actually present the award in your writing (0 – 15 points). Submit the file here in Microsoft Word

Training and development prompts a change within an organization. The goal of training is to identify areas for improvement and develop materials and opportunities to educate employees in order to support growth. For this assignment, you are required to develop a small training exercise. Review your needs assessment and previous observations conducted on your work environment to help identify one area for improvement that would benefit a part of your organization. This training exercise does not need to be implemented, but should include at least one deliverable that you could use during the training exercise. As you are reviewing your organization, consider employee engagement, systems, procedures, communication, and the culture within the organization. These are suggestions for possible areas that could benefit from a training exercise. The training must include the following: What goal is the organization trying to accomplish? What processes or procedures will change after the training? Describe the strategies or actions involved in the training exercise to meet established goals. What is the expected performance or applications after the training? How will the strategies drive successful business results and improve employee performance? How will the organization provide support to the employees receiving training? To new employees? Does this support consider strengths and weaknesses within the organization? You are required to develop a written description (1,000 words) including one visual for your training exercise. Be sure to take time to analyze your work surroundings and identify a need for further training and development. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Sources:and a minimum of 3 other sources (see note below). Topic: Scan through Chapters 8-12, focusing on a topic that has personal or professional meaning for you. Ask a question to direct your research: Is it true that undocumented workers cost our economy more than they benefit it? Are Asian students “naturally” better at math? Are men are less nurturing and therefore less capable of taking care of small children? Is Affirmative Action effective or ineffective? Does law enforcement racially profile? Why do boys have lower GPA’s but higher standardized test scores? Does therapy to change sexual orientation work? What do members of a particular faith “really” believe? Would a deaf person prefer to be hearing? Are people with mental illness violent? Your paper is about asking a genuine question and using research to answer it. This should be something you truly have a question about. This is your opportunity to research this and uncover the facts, the fictions, and the attitudes that surround that question. Begin by looking through the book and thinking about the issues and ideas that really interest you. I suggest you go with your strongest interest, rather than whatever looks easiest. Please contact me if you would like help picking a topic. Narrow your topic as much as you can! Topics such as “Is there sexism in public schools?” are much too broad. A much more narrow question would be, “Are standardized tests biased towards girls or boys?” Sometimes, you can’t know how you will narrow your topic until you have done some research. As long as your final paper is in the same topic area, you do not need my permission to narrow it. If you wanted to change topics completely (such as changing from racism to ableism), you must get approval. Content to cover:1.What is the question, assumption, idea that you are starting with (the more focused your topic, the better)? 2. What does the book say about the topic (or related to the issue)? 3. What does your outside research say? 4. What are your own conclusions about this issue as related to the topic of diversity? 5. How does this affect you in terms of your career? Or your family? Your neighborhood? Your community? (Don’t answer all of these, just the ones relevant to your topic.) Sources: In addition to your textbook, you must use at least 3other written, copyrighted, reliable, sources, and the textbook.Highly recommended(Required for an A paper)•academic journals (found in Academic Search Complete from our library website).Somewhat recommended(Including only sources such as these will result in a grade no higher than B)•well-known newspapers and magazines (Time, Newsweek, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, LA Times, Plain Dealer, Beacon Journal)Use with extreme caution (Only use these if you cannot find the information in higher quality sources. Avoid if possible.)•news websites (CNN, MSNBC, FoxNews, etc.)Not recommended/Do not use (Papers using only these sources will not receive a passing grade. Papers depending heavily on these websites will not earn above a C):•blogs•very biased websites•YouTube videos•See me if you would like to use a source but aren’t sure if it’s ok!

* Policy Perspective: Four of the Ten Commandments are foundational to today’s laws against murder, adultery, theft, and lying (giving of false testimony) under oath. Choose one of the OTHER six (6) Commandments and explore a link between your choice and a public policy in place now or currently being debated at the local, state, or federal level. * You shall have no other gods before Me. * You shall make no idols. * You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain. * Keep the Sabbath day holy. * Honor your father and your mother. * You shall not covet. 1. Read: Read Public policy: Politics, analysis, and alternatives, Chapters 10, 11, & 12. 2. Research: Conduct some independent research to find a news story (in the last 5 years) from a reputable news source (e.g. New York Times, Washington Post, Governing) that relates to one of the areas we are studying this week (Education, Environmental and Energy Policy, Foreign Policy and Homeland Security) and interests you. 3. Respond: Respond to the prompts below, using the headings provided to organize your main post: * Summary: Briefly (2-3 sentences) summarize the story. * Two (2) Ideas: Identify and discuss at least two (2) policy-related ideas from the story. Cite Kraft & Furlong (Chapters 1-6) in this section. * Text Connection: Relate this news story to this week’s assigned reading of the Kraft & Furlong text (Chapters 10, 11, or 12).  How does it add to or build on the ideas from our reading this week? What can we learn about public policy from your story? Include at least one (1) quote from Chapters 10, 11 or 12 of the text to demonstrate this connection. * 4.  Reference list: Include a properly-formatted APA Reference list of all sources you use to inform your post.