Public Policy and Administration Minor

Professor: Mark Henkels
Associate Professor: Earlene Camarillo

Mission

Prepares students for employment in government, non-profit organizations and in businesses connected to the public sector. Faculty teaching, service and research promote efficient, effective and just public service and policies.

Learning Outcomes

Analyze issues in public administration and policy.
Analyze the administrative context, politics and practical implications of public choices.
Demonstrate skills in internal and external organizational communication, public outreach and advocacy.

Core Courses

PS 201 American National Government Credits: 4
PS 202 State and Local Government Credits: 4
PS 350 Introduction to Public Policy Credits: 4
PS 351 Introduction to Public Administration Credits: 4
PS 466 Governmental Budgeting Credits: 4

Choose One

PS 410 Political Science Internship Credits: 4 or 8 Credits: 4
PS 454 Public Personnel Administration Credits: 4
PS 480 Administrative Law Credits: 4

Total Credits: 24

Satisfactory Grade Use

Program requirements are not fulfilled with a grade of S.
Do not select Satisfactory/No Credit grading for any courses that will be used in the program.