Public Service and Public Policy
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Description
Do you have a passion for public service and exploring how government affects our everyday lives? In this program, you gain a foundation in public policy and build leadership skills that can enhance a degree in a variety of other community-driven professions.
The concentration in public service and public policy prepares students for work in government at all levels and nonprofit organizations through comprehensive coverage of topics in public policy, public leadership and management, and urban studies.
Students discover the challenges of management, learn how to lead a public organization and understand the process of policy development.
This concentration allows students enrolled in other undergraduate programs at ASU to broaden their educational experiences. The program has an applied and professional focus which can enhance many other majors, which can give students a more competitive edge when seeking a public sector job.
Requirements
- Students must complete a minimum of 18 credit hours including 12 of upper division hours for this concentration.
- All courses must be completed with a grade of āCā (2.00) or higher.
- A minimum of 12 credit hours must be taken in the School of Public Affairs at ASU.
Required Courses -- 12 credit hours
PAF 200: Public Service and Policy in the 21st Century (3)
PAF 201: Economics and Public Policy (SB) (3)
PAF 300: Public Management and Administration (3)
PAF 340: Contemporary Policy Challenges (3)
Electives (select two courses) -- 6 credit hours
PAF Upper Division Elective (6)
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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