Understanding the US Government
A Road Map of the Federal Bureaucracy
E10 31m
Take an overview of how the vast systems of the federal government operate. First, trace how and why the United States developed such a massive bureaucracy. Study how the executive branch is structured, highlighting the cabinet departments, independent agencies, and government corporations. Finally, analyze the theory of the “principal-agent problem,” which gives insights into bureaucratic control.
Where to Watch A Road Map of the Federal Bureaucracy