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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.
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
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 Courses33 hours
PUA 301PUA 302PUA 303PUA 304PUA 305PUA 322
PUA 400PUA 401PUA 402PUA 491PUA 499 ENG 216POS 101POS 160
ECO 200 or ECO 201 and either POS/PSY/SOC 300 or SOW
Free Electives28 hours
Minor
Public Administration18 credits
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