Sociology of Organizations and Public Administration Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies

Overview

Sociology of Organizations and Public Administration from the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies ensures the student-centred approach to the study process which allows students to develop their theoretical and empirical knowledge, skills and competence for the in-depth analysis of the contemporary social processes, organizational performance and issues of public administration. 

The programme covers two academic years. In the 1st semester students extend their knowledge and skills in sociological theory, research methodology and techniques, organizational behaviour, and public administration. Study courses of the 2nd semester specifically focus on organizational studies, the public and nongovernmental sector, social welfare, research of the quality of life, rural studies, and development programmes. 

During the research practice in the 3rd semester students are offered to visit organizations of the public sector and are required to demonstrate their practical skills in one of the organizations.

Careers in:

• teaching

• research

• politics

• public administration

• municipalities

• social and health services

• the media

• personnel management

• NGO and trade unions

• insurance companies

• police and Probation Service