Republic of the Philippines

DAVAO DEL NORTE STATE COLLEGE

New Visayas, Panabo City
Davao del Norte, Philippines 8105
www.dnsc.edu.ph
Tel. 63 84 6284301; email: dnscpanabo@gmail.com

VISION MISSION CORE VALUES

We envision the Davao del Norte State College to be:
informed by research and empowered to carry out extension and
A premier institution of higher learning that is imbued with its
core values for the development of human resources, and
generation and utilization of knowledge and technology for a 1.
productive, sustainable, just, and humane society.
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As an institution of higher learning and teaching excellence, We commit to pursue our vision, accomplish our
mission and achieve our goals through our core values
production services, DNSC shall: of:
provide equitable access, quality, relevant, and environment- Excellence
friendly programs in instruction, research, and extension;
Integrity
promote good governance and adopt mechanisms to
continuously upgrade institutional standards; Innovation
enhance capabilities and work ethics of the workforce of the
Stewardship
institution; and,
develop appropriate linkages and network in the Love of God and Country
implementation of College programs.

OUR GRADUATES INSTITUTE GOALS PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Our graduates carry DNSC’s values into their workplaces as
competent, collaborative workers and socially-connected
ethical leaders. They adhere to professional ethics and seek
solutions to workplace problems. They are creative, critical
thinkers, and resilient to cross-cultural environment.
1. Equip students with adequate knowledge, skills and attitudes
necessary to ensure good governance for poverty alleviation and
sustainable development;
2. Enhance managerial competencies and leadership qualities of
practitioners in their respective field of discipline;
3. Develop the research and extension work capabilities of those
who are engaged in the profession.
The graduates of the BPA program can:
1. Demonstrate the ideals of a good public servant;
2. Perform managerial and leadership roles in their
sphere of operation; and
3. Undertake research and extension activities
consistent with the development needs of the
service area.

I. Course Name : Philippine Administrative Thought and Institutions

II. Course Credits : 3 units

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 III. Course Description : This is a 3-unit course which talks about theories and ideas underlying the Philippine Administrative System; the general structure of the Philippine
bureaucracy; its principal operating features, including the personnel system, the financial system, the processes of policy-making, national-
local relations and major problem areas.
IV. Contact Hours/Week : 3 hours/week
V. Pre-requisite : PA 1
VI. Course Outcomes : Upon completion of this course, each student should be able to:
 Describe the administrative system of the country;
 Learn additional theories in Public Administration;
 Examine the Philippine bureaucratic structure;
 Scrutinize the processes in the bureaucratic system of the country;
 Learn the ideas in the era of New Public Management;
 Analyze the problems concerning the government institutions;
 Critic how government assess and solve the predicaments concerning national welfare
 Express and share ideas and/or opinions regarding the current issues in the country relevant to public concern; and
 Establish an updated profile of the Philippine Administrative System.
VII. Course Outline
Course Content Desired Learning Outcomes Teaching and Learning Activities Assessment Tasks Resource Duration
Materials

At the end of the lesson, students are

able to:
 Class Orientation  Discuss rules and regulations and  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Syllabus Week 1
familiarize the Vision, Mission,  Oral Recitation critique paper and  Projector (3 hours)
 Module 1: Public Administration in the Core Values and our Graduates of  Class Discussion reflection paper.  Laptop
Philippines: History, Heritage and Hubris the College.  Critique Paper  Oral Assessment  PowerPoint
a. Philippine Administrative System  Perceive the importance of  Reflection Paper (Is there a  Paper and Pen test Presentation
adhering to the school policy. Philippine Public Administration?  Handouts
b. Forces that shaped the present
 Reflect future actions to adhere by Raul P. de Guzman)
Philippine Administrative System to the College V, M and CV and  Brainstorming
Institute’s Goals and BPA
Objectives.
 Evaluate the Philippine
Administrative System as well as
the influences of the colonial era.

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  Compose a matrix of comparison  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Syllabus Week 2
 Module 1: Public Administration in the on the important factors in the  Oral Recitation critique paper and  Projector (3 hours)
Philippines: History, Heritage and Hubris formation of the administrative  Class Discussion reflection paper.  Laptop
c. Philippine Administrative System system in the country during the  Critique Paper  Oral Assessment  PowerPoint
different regimes.  Paper and Pen test Presentation
c. The Spanish Colonial Regime
 Determine the significant  Handouts
d. The American Colonial Regime influence of the Spanish,
e. The Philippine Commonwealth and the American and other colonial
regimes.
Filipino Civil Service
 Assess the process of  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Syllabus Week 3
 Module 1: Public Administration in the rehabilitation in the independent  Oral Recitation critique paper and  Projector (3 hours)
Philippines: History, Heritage and Hubris period.  Class Discussion reflection paper.  Laptop
d. Philippine Administrative System  Construct an analysis in the  Critique Paper  Oral Assessment  PowerPoint
relevance of the creation of  Paper and Pen test Presentation
f. Rehabilitation in the Independent Period
Institute of Public Administration  Handouts
and the Formal Entry of the Discipline of in the University of the
Public Administration Philippines.

g. The Institute of Public Administration,

University of the Philippines

 Assess the peculiarities of Public  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Syllabus Week 4
 Module 1: Public Administration in the Administration.  Oral Recitation critique paper and  Projector (3 hours)
Philippines: History, Heritage and Hubris  Construct an analysis in the  Class Discussion reflection paper.  Laptop
e. Philippine Administrative System themes of Public Administration  Critique Paper  Oral Assessment  PowerPoint
in the Philippines.  Paper and Pen test Presentation
h. The Peculiarities of Public Administration
 Handouts
as a Discipline in the Philippines
Themes in the Study of Public Administration
 Module 2: Theories of Public  Discuss the developing theories of  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 5
Administration Public Administration throughout  Oral Recitation critique paper and  Laptop (3 hours)
the years.  Class Discussion reflection paper.  PowerPoint
a) Theory and Scope  Explain the significant contribution  Critique Paper Compilation  Oral Assessment Presentation
of theorists in the field of Public Output (Public Administration  Paper and Pen test  Handouts
b) Prehistory and Classic Period
Administration. Theories)  Video

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  Evaluate the relevant Public  Brainstorming Presentation
Administration theories.  Revision of class requirements
 Presentation of outputs
 Oral Presentation
 Performance monitoring and
evaluation
 Module 2: Theories of Public  Discuss the modern theories of  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 6
Administration Public Administration.  Oral Recitation critique paper and  Laptop (3 hours)
 Explain the significant contribution  Class Discussion reflection paper.  PowerPoint
c) The modern Study of Public Administration of theorists in the field of Public  Oral Assessment Presentation
Administration.  Paper and Pen test  Handouts
d) The Differentiated or Contemporary
 Evaluate the differentiated or  Video
Period contemporary relevant Public Presentation
Administration theories.
 Module 2: Theories of Public  Discuss the Public Administration  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 7
Administration ontology.  Oral Recitation critique paper and  Laptop (3 hours)
e) PA: An Empirical Approach  Evaluate the contribution of Public  Class Discussion reflection paper.  PowerPoint
Administration ontology in the  Oral Assessment Presentation
f) Scope: PA’s Ontology
present time.  Paper and Pen test  Handouts
 Video
Presentation

 Module 2: Theories of Public  Discuss the different theories that  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 8
Administration shaped the modern Public  Critique Paper critique paper and  Laptop (3 hours)
Administration.  Compilation Output (Public reflection paper.  PowerPoint
 Evaluate the contribution theories Administration Theories)  Oral Assessment Presentation
g) Theory: The Methodology of PA
in the future of Public  Brainstorming  Paper and Pen test  Handouts
Future of PA Administration.  Revision of class requirements  Video
 Explain the significant contribution  Presentation of outputs Presentation
of theorists in the field of Public  Oral Presentation
Administration.  Performance monitoring and
evaluation
 Midterm exam review
MIDTERM EXAM Week 9
(3 hours)
Module 3: Bureaucracy  Examine some of the strengths and  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 10
weaknesses of Philippines  Presentation of the relevant critique paper and  Laptop (3 hours)

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 a) Institutions and Public Sector Bureaucracy trivia. reflection paper.  PowerPoint
 Analyze and Critique the  Class Discussion  Oral Assessment Presentation
Bureaucracy
implemented bureaucratic structure  Assignment Reading (Current  Paper and Pen test  Handouts
b) Rules and practices in the Philippine in the country. News)  Video
 Critique Paper Presentation
Bureaucracy
 Essay writing
 Brainstorming
 Oral Recitation
 Midterm exam evaluation
Module 3: Bureaucracy  Examine some of the strengths and  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 11
weaknesses of Philippines  Presentation of the relevant critique paper and  Laptop (3 hours)
c) Quality of Bureaucracy and agency Bureaucracy. trivia. reflection paper.  PowerPoint
 Analyze and Critique the  Class Discussion  Oral Assessment Presentation
performance
implemented bureaucratic structure  Assignment Reading (Current  Paper and Pen test  Handouts
in the country. News)  Video
 Critique Paper Presentation
 Essay writing
 Brainstorming
 Oral Recitation
Module 3: Bureaucracy  Examine some of the strengths and  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 12
weaknesses of Philippines  Presentation of the relevant critique paper and  Laptop (3 hours)
Bureaucracy. trivia. reflection paper.  PowerPoint
d) Legislative and Political Context of
 Analyze and Critique the  Class Discussion  Oral Assessment Presentation
the Philippine Bureaucracy implemented bureaucratic structure  Assignment Reading (Current  Paper and Pen test  Handouts
in the country. News)  Video
 Critique Paper Presentation
 Essay writing
 Brainstorming
 Oral Recitation
d) Reengineering the Bureaucracy: Issues  Examine some of the strengths and  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 13
weaknesses of Philippines  Class Discussion critique paper and  Laptop (3 hours)
and Problems
Bureaucracy.  Critique Paper reflection paper.  PowerPoint
 Analyze and Critique the  Essay writing  Oral Assessment Presentation
implemented bureaucratic structure  Brainstorming  Paper and Pen test  Handouts
in the country.  Oral Recitation  Video
Presentation
Module 4: Theory and Practice of Public  Examine some of the strengths and  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 14
Administration in: weaknesses of Philippines  Class Discussion activity and case study  Laptop (3 hours)

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 a. Southeast Asia Bureaucracy.  Critique Paper  Oral Assessment  PowerPoint
 Analyze and Critique the  PA Comparative Illustration of  Paper and Pen test Presentation
implemented bureaucratic structure Two Countries: A Case Study  Handouts
in the country.  Brainstorming  Video
 Oral Recitation Presentation
Module 4: Theory and Practice of Public  Investigate the practices of some  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 15
Administration in: other countries in the manner of  Class Discussion activity and case study  Laptop (3 hours)
Public Administration.  Critique Paper  Oral Assessment  PowerPoint
b. Middle East  Explore the best practices of the  PA Comparative Illustration of  Paper and Pen test Presentation
concerning countries in the concept Two Countries: A Case Study  Handouts
of Public Administration.  Brainstorming  Video
 Oral Recitation Presentation
Module 4: Theory and Practice of Public  Investigate the practices of some  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 16
Administration in: other countries in the manner of  Class Discussion activity and case study  Laptop (3 hours)
Public Administration. Critique Paper  Oral Assessment  PowerPoint
c. Europe  Explore the best practices of the  PA Comparative Illustration of  Paper and Pen test Presentation
concerning countries in the concept Two Countries: A Case Study  Handouts
of Public Administration.  Brainstorming  Video
 Oral Recitation Presentation
Module 4: Theory and Practice of Public  Investigate the practices of some  Research work  Rubrics in evaluating  Projector Week 17
Administration in: other countries in the manner of  Class Discussion activity and case study  Laptop (3 hours)
Public Administration.  Critique Paper  Oral Assessment  PowerPoint
d. America  Explore the best practices of the  PA Comparative Illustration of  Paper and Pen test Presentation
concerning countries in the concept Two Countries: A Case Study  Handouts
of Public Administration.  Brainstorming  Video
.  Oral Recitation Presentation
 Revision of class requirements
 Presentation of outputs
 Final exam Review
FINAL EXAM Week 18
(3 hours)

VIII. Course Requirements: Term Exams 40%

Quizzes & Other Written Outputs 30%
Involvement (Board work/discussion/Online Activities) 25%
Attendance 5%_
Total 100%
IX. Grading System:

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 1. Passing Score : 50% of the highest possible score.

raw score
2. Transmutation : ×50+50
highest possible score

3. Board work / Discussion rubric:

5 - Perfect answer, no error

4 - 1 or 2 errors in mechanics or notations
3 - correct answer on second or third attempt, with guidance from professor
2 - correct equation or formula but wrong final answer
1 - totally wrong answer
0 - absent /refused to participate
X. References: (At least 5 references, 10 years back recency (60%))

A. Books

Bautista, V. et al. (2003). Introduction to Public Administration in the Philippines: A Reader (Second Edition). NCPAG-UP Diliman, Quezon City
Lazo, R. (2010). Principles and Practices of Public Administration in the Philippines (First Edition)
Papers and Proceedings International Conference on Public Administration plus Governance (2002). Public Administration plus Governance – Assessing the Past, Addressing
the Future

B. Online Resources

Government Websites of the Republic of the Philippines

Web Portal – http://fdpp.blgs.gov.ph/
Haque, M. (2007). Theory and Practice of Public Administration in Southeast Asia: Traditions, Directions and Impacts. Retrieved at http://oied.ncsu.edu/selc/wp-
content/uploads/2013/03/Integrating-Politics-and-Organizations-Positive-Theory-and-Public-Administration.pdf on May 05, 2015.
Moe, T. (2013). Integrating Politics and Organizations. Oxford Journals, Public Management Research Association. Retrieved May 5, 2015 from Journal of Public Administration
Research and Theory Inc., Web site: http://www.jstor.org/stable/1181838

C. Virtual Learning
www.facebook.com
www.schoology.com
www.blogger.com

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 D. PDF
Tillah, M. (2005) Globalization, Redemocratization and the Philippine Bureaucracy. Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS), Discussion Paper Series No. 2005-09
Governing the Philippine Bureacracy: Issues and Challenges of Legislative Oversight. Congressional Planning and Budget Department, House of Representatives, February 2006,
Quezon City
Monsod, T. (2009). The Philippine Bureaucracy: Incentive Structures and Implications for Performance. HDN Discussion Paper Series
Philippines Public Administration Profile 2004
Philippine Administrative System - A Lecture Presentation for Philippine Councilors League by Josefina B. Bitonio, DPA – LNU Graduate School. Retrieve from
www.slideshare.com
Reengineering the Bureaucracy: Issues and Problems. Policy Insights, Senate Economic Planning Office, April 2005
Rutgers, M. (2010). Theory and Scope of Public Administration. Foundations of Public Administration, University of Amsterdam

XI. Suggested Readings

Is There a Philippine Public Administration? http://unpan1.un.org/intradoc/groups/public/documents/EROPA/UNPAN032064.pdf

Reengineering the Philippine Bureaucracy: Issues and Problems. https://www.senate.gov.ph/publications

Prepared and Submitted by:

Juliean T. Akiatan
Instructor

Reviewed by: Approved by:

Glenne B. Lagura, DPA Marilou D. Junsay, Ph.D.

Program Chair, BPA Dean, IMaGoCS

Revision Date: Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

Juliean T. Akiatan Glenne B. Lagura, DPA Marilou D. Junsay, Ph.D.