Tribal Management
TM 101 3
Credits
Introduction to Tribal Government
Comprehensive study of tribal government and politics in
rural Alaska. Explores the differences and relationships among tribal, state
and federal government. Presents key concepts for building and enhancing tribal
government for building program and institutional development. (Prerequisites:
Must be familiar with computer and related word processing and spreadsheet
programs.) (3 + 0) Offered Fall
TM 105 3
Credits
Introduction to Tribal Finance Applications
Tools and methods for the management and oversight of tribal
government programs and organizations in rural Alaska. Student evaluation
includes how well the student affects changes in tribal operations and tribal
management. (Prerequisites: Must be familiar with computer and related word
processing and spreadsheet programs.) (3 + 0) Offered Spring
TM 110 3
Credits
Tribal Court Development for Alaska Tribes
Comprehensive study of tribal courts in Alaska. Students will
explore the differences and relationships between tribal, state and federal
justice systems. Key concepts for developing a tribal court process in rural
Alaska. (Recommended: TM 101.) (3 + 0) Offered As Demand Warrants
TM 130 2
Credits
Introduction to Utility Management
Principles and practices involved in managing small water and
wastewater facilities in rural Alaskan communities, including basic terms, key
concepts and an overview of five management functions: organizational,
financial, personnel, planning and operational management. (2 + 0)
Offered As Demands Warrants
TM 131 2
Credits
Organizational Management for Utilities
Organizational principles and practices involved in managing
small water and wastewater facilities in rural Alaskan communities, including
an overview of responsibilities, governance authority and accountability.
(2 + 0) Offered As Demand Warrants
TM 132 2
Credits
Operations Management for Utilities
Focus is on specific skills and knowledge that a rural
utility manager needs to efficiently oversee a rural utility. Includes understanding
what the operator's duties are and how much time is needed to perform them, as
well as related knowledge and skills about safety, scheduling, data collection,
public relations, inventory control and contingency planning. (Recommended: TM
130.) (2 + 0) Offered As Demand Warrants
TM 134 2
Credits
Financial Management for Utilities
The components of financial management needed to successfully
oversee a rural utility. Basic procedures and process will be covered, including
materials on financial reporting, fund accounting, budgeting, collections, risk
management and financial audits. (Recommended: TM 130.) (2 + 0)
Offered As Demand Warrants
TM 136 2
Credits
Personnel Management for Utilities
Tools a rural utility manager needs to keep the work force
performing to its fullest. Topics include: personnel policies and procedures;
safety policy and programs; selecting and hiring staff; orientation and
training; regulations and the law; people, communications and conflict;
motivation and management. (Recommended: TM 130.) (2 + 0)
Offered As Demand Warrants
TM 138 2
Credits
Planning for Utilities
Leads the student through the whole planning process as it
applies to managing small water and wastewater facilities in rural Alaska communities.
Includes why it is important to get the public involved; how to develop
water/sewer alternatives and evaluate them and how to get a construction
project started. (Recommended: TM 130.) (2 + 0) Offered As Demand
Warrants
TM 199 3
Credits
Tribal Management Practicum I
Professional and personal development while working in a
rural service organization. Emphasis on developing the understanding and skills
necessary for delivery of rural services. Course is guided by an academic advisor.
Student must be willing and able to work independently outside the classroom
and in the community. (Prerequisites: Must be familiar with computer and
related word processing and spreadsheet programs.) (3 + 0) Offered
Fall, Spring
TM 201 3
Credits
Advanced Tribal Government
Comprehensive study of tribal government and politics in
rural Alaska. Explores the differences and relationships among tribal, state
and federal government. Presents key concepts for building and enhancing tribal
government for building program and institutional development. (Prerequisites:
Must be familiar with computer and related word processing and spreadsheet
programs.) (3 + 0) Offered Spring
TM 205 3
Credits
Advanced Tribal Finance Applications
Advanced tools and methods for the management and oversight
of tribal government programs and organizations in rural Alaska. Student
evaluation includes how well the student affects changes in tribal operations
and tribal management. (Prerequisites: TM 105 and must be familiar with computer
and related word processing and spreadsheet programs.) (3 + 0)
Offered Fall
TM 299 3
Credits
Tribal Management Practicum II
Professional and personal development while working in a
rural service organization. Emphasis on developing the understanding and skills
necessary for delivery of rural services. Course is guided by an academic
advisor. Student must be willing and able to work independently outside the
classroom and in the community. (Prerequisites: Must be familiar with computer
and related word processing and spreadsheet programs.) (3 + 0)
Offered Fall, Spring