thinking to assess, prevent, and resolve political and social problems. Additionally, the curriculum addresses preparation of students for entry-level career positions in public and private sectors of employment.
Bachelor of Arts
Political Science 120 credits
Liberal Studies Requirements 45 hours
Must include POL 101
Core Courses 21 hours
POS 160 POS 201 POS 211 BSS 300 BSS 301
POS 355 BSS 499
Track Courses 12 hours
Choose six hours from any two of the three tracks below:
Constitutional Law Track
POS 331 POL 431
International Relations Track Choose six hours from the following:
POS 311 POS 361 POS 363 POS 462 POS 464
Legislative/Executive Politics Track Choose six hours from the following:
POS 322 POS 461 POS 466
Advisor Approved Electives 3 hours
Chosen from 300/400 level HIS courses
Minor 18-21 hours
Minor
Political Science 18 credits
A minor in Political Science requires the completion of 18 semester credit hours including POS 160, 211, BSS 300 or 301, POS 355, and the selection of one six-semester-credit-hour specialization option in consultation with the student's minor advisor. In addition, students taking a minor in Political Science must complete POS 101 as part of the Liberal Studies Requirements.
The study of Public Administration primarily prepares students for career employment as supervisors, managers, and decision-makers in the public sector, including local, state, and federal government agencies. In addition, graduates with a B.A. in Public Administration may be eligible for employment in similar capacities in the non-profit sector.
Students working toward the Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration pursue a curriculum that includes exposure to the substantive approach and insight of different disciplines. The curriculum includes intensive training in analytical techniques and offers in-depth education in social sciences related to the management of public services.
Bachelor of Arts
Public Administration 120 credits
Liberal Studies Requirements 44 hours
| Core Courses | 33 hours |
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| PUA 301 | PUA 302 | PUA 303 | PUA 304 | PUA 305 | PUA 322 | |
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| PUA 400 | PUA 401 | PUA 402 | PUA 491 | PUA 499 ENG 216 | POS 101 | POS 160 |
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| ECO 200 or ECO 201 and either POS/PSY/SOC 300 or SOW |
| Free Electives | 28 hours |
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| Minor |
| Public Administration | 18 credits |
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