NOUN – PAD 301: Inter-Governmental Relations

Course Content

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism – Unit 1: Evolution of Federalism

Module Introduction – Introduction to Foundations of Federalism

00:30
Module Learning Objectives

00:36
Origins of Federalism

00:29
Evolution of Federalism

00:35
Key Events in the Evolution of Federalism

00:43
Modern Federalism
Unit Summary
Unit 1 Quiz: Self Assessment

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism – Unit 2: Meaning and Nature of Federalism

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism – Unit 3: Models of Federalism

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism – Unit 4: Rationale for Federalism

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism – Unit 5: Theoretical/Ideological Perspectives of Federalism

Module 2: Intergovernmental Relations and Governance – Unit 1: Models of Intergovernmental Relations

Module 2: Intergovernmental Relations and Governance – Unit 2: Structures and Patterns of Intergovernmental Relations

Module 2: Intergovernmental Relations and Governance – Unit 3: Allocation of Jurisdictional Powers

Module 2: Intergovernmental Relations and Governance – Unit 4: Federal-State-Local Government Relations

Module 2: Intergovernmental Relations and Governance – Unit 5: Institutions for Managing Intergovernmental Relations

Module 3: Global Perspectives on Intergovernmental Relations – Unit 1: Intergovernmental Fiscal Relations in Nigeria

Module 3: Global Perspectives on Intergovernmental Relations – Unit 2: Intergovernmental Relations in America

Module 3: Global Perspectives on Intergovernmental Relations – Unit 3: Intergovernmental Relations in Brazil

Module 3: Global Perspectives on Intergovernmental Relations – Unit 4: Intergovernmental Relations in India

Module 3: Global Perspectives on Intergovernmental Relations – Unit 5: Intergovernmental Relations in Canada

About Course

The “PAD 301: Intergovernmental Relations” course is a specialized program designed for students undergoing a Doctor of Philosophy Degree Programme in Public Administration at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and theories in Intergovernmental Relations as they affect Public Sector organizations in Nigeria and enable students to apply these concepts and theories to the tasks and roles they perform as Administrators, Policy Analysts, and Programme Managers in the Public Sector setting.

The course is structured into 15 units divided into three modules:

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism
This module covers the evolution, meaning, nature, models, rationale, and theoretical/ideological perspectives of federalism, which are all foundational concepts necessary to understand federalism in its entirety.

Unit 1: Evolution of Federalism
Unit 2: Meaning and Nature of Federalism
Unit 3: Models of Federalism
Unit 4: Rationale for Federalism
Unit 5: Theoretical/Ideological Perspectives of Federalism

Module 2: Intergovernmental Relations and Governance
This module delves into the models, structures, and patterns of intergovernmental relations, the allocation of jurisdictional powers, relations between different levels of government, and the institutions that manage these relations, all of which are crucial for effective governance in a federal system.

Unit 1: Models of Intergovernmental Relations
Unit 2: Structures and Patterns of Intergovernmental Relations
Unit 3: Allocation of Jurisdictional Powers
Unit 4: Federal-State-Local Government Relations
Unit 5: Institutions for Managing Intergovernmental Relations

Module 3: Global Perspectives on Intergovernmental Relations

This module provides a comparative analysis of intergovernmental relations in different countries, including Nigeria, America, Brazil, India, and Canada, offering a global perspective on how intergovernmental relations are managed in different contexts.

Unit 1: Intergovernmental Fiscal Relations in Nigeria
Unit 2: Intergovernmental Relations in America
Unit 3: Intergovernmental Relations in Brazil
Unit 4: Intergovernmental Relations in India
Unit 5: Intergovernmental Relations in Canada

Each unit has specific objectives, and the course has overall objectives that encompass all the units. For example, some of the overall objectives of the course include understanding the evolution, meaning, and nature of federalism, the models of federalism, the rationale for federalism, and the theoretical/ideological perspectives of federalism.

The course material includes a course guide, study units, and references.

Please note that this course operates autonomously and is not officially connected to, or in any way affiliated with the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). Our material is a supplemental tutorial put together by subject matter experts to help solve the study problems being encountered by NOUN Students. We advise students to stick to the University recommended textbooks for this course which we also referenced throughout this course.

We will continue to work to update the courses with the most recent updates if any. We enthusiastically look forward to your involvement in this enlightening and transformative program.

Referenced Materials
Course Code: PAD 301
Course Title: Intergovernmental Relations
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Understand the concept of intergovernmental relations and its importance in federal systems of government.
Gain insights into the evolution, meaning, and nature of federalism.
Learn about different models of federalism and intergovernmental relations.
Understand the rationale for federalism and its theoretical and ideological perspectives.
Explore the structures and patterns of intergovernmental relations and the allocation of jurisdictional powers.
Understand the relationships between federal, state, and local governments and the institutions for managing intergovernmental relations.
Gain a global perspective on intergovernmental relations by studying its dynamics in Nigeria, America, Brazil, India, and Canada.
Understand the implications of intergovernmental relations for governance and public policy in different countries.
Learn about the challenges and issues associated with intergovernmental relations and strategies for managing them.
This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of intergovernmental relations, its implications for governance and public policy, and its dynamics in different countries. You will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of intergovernmental relations in a federal system of government.

Students of Political Science and Public Administration: Those who are studying political science, public administration, or related fields at the undergraduate or postgraduate level and want to deepen their understanding of federalism and intergovernmental relations.
Government Officials and Policy Makers: Individuals working in government at the federal, state, or local level who are involved in policy making, implementation, or intergovernmental relations and want to enhance their knowledge and skills in this area.
Academics and Researchers: Academics and researchers who are studying federalism, intergovernmental relations, governance, or public policy and want to gain a global perspective on these topics.
Civil Society Organizations: Members of civil society organizations who are involved in advocacy, policy analysis, or monitoring and evaluation of government policies and programs and want to understand the dynamics of intergovernmental relations.
Legal Professionals: Lawyers and legal professionals who are involved in constitutional law, administrative law, or intergovernmental disputes and want to deepen their understanding of intergovernmental relations.
This course is designed for individuals who have a basic understanding of government and politics and want to deepen their knowledge and skills in the area of intergovernmental relations and its implications for governance and public policy.

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Course Content

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism – Unit 1: Evolution of Federalism

Module Introduction – Introduction to Foundations of Federalism

Module Learning Objectives

Origins of Federalism

Evolution of Federalism

Key Events in the Evolution of Federalism

Modern Federalism

Unit Summary

Unit 1 Quiz: Self Assessment

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism – Unit 2: Meaning and Nature of Federalism

Unit Introduction: Meaning and Nature of Federalism

Unit Objectives

Definition of Federalism

Key Characteristics of Federalism

Principles Underlying Federalism

Variations of Federalism

Unit Summary

Unit 2 Quiz: Self Assessment

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism – Unit 3: Models of Federalism

Unit Introduction: Models of Federalism

Unit Objectives

Dual Federalism

Cooperative Federalism

Fiscal Federalism

Unit Summary

Unit 3 Quiz: Self Assessment

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism – Unit 4: Rationale for Federalism

Unit Introduction – Rationale for Federalism

Unit Objectives

Reasons for Adopting Federalism

Advantages of Federalism

Disadvantages of Federalism

Unit Summary

Unit 4 Quiz: Self Assessment

Module 1: Foundations of Federalism – Unit 5: Theoretical/Ideological Perspectives of Federalism

Unit Introduction – Theoretical/Ideological Perspectives of Federalism

Unit Objectives

Theoretical Perspectives on Federalism

Ideological Perspectives on Federalism

Unit Summary

Unit 5 Quiz: Self Assessment

Module 2: Intergovernmental Relations and Governance – Unit 1: Models of Intergovernmental Relations

Module Introduction – Intergovernmental Relations and Governance

Module Learning Objectives

Unit Introduction – Models of Intergovernmental Relations

Unit Objectives

Cooperative Model of Intergovernmental Relations

Competitive Model of Intergovernmental Relations

Coercive Model of Intergovernmental Relations

Unit Summary

Unit 1 Quiz: Self Assessment

Module 2: Intergovernmental Relations and Governance – Unit 2: Structures and Patterns of Intergovernmental Relations

Unit Introduction – Structures and Patterns of Intergovernmental Relations

Unit Objectives

Vertical and Horizontal Relations

Unit Summary

Unit 2 Quiz: Self Assessment

Module 2: Intergovernmental Relations and Governance – Unit 3: Allocation of Jurisdictional Powers

Unit Introduction – Allocation of Jurisdictional Powers

Unit Objectives

Allocation of Jurisdictional Powers

Implications for Intergovernmental Relations and Governance

Unit Summary

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