The nature and historical development of social programs in capitalist countries, with particular focus on Canada. The course will concentrate on developing a critical understanding of the social forces shaping these programs. Precludes additional credit for PADM 4604, PADM 5604. Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing in the Public Policy and Administration Specialization of the B.P.A.P.M. program.Also offered at the graduate level, with different requirements, as PADM 5228, for which additional credit is precluded.