Program Overview
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Duration
1 Year (Self-Paced)
Can be done in 6 months
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Total Courses
10
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Total Credit Hours
60 Hours
In the Public Administration program, students focus on the principles and practices of effective public management. They explore public policy analysis, organizational leadership, and government operations. Graduates are well-equipped to work in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and public service roles. They contribute to the efficient and ethical management of public resources, the implementation of policies, and the improvement of public services for the betterment of society.
Foundations Of Political Analysis And Governance:
The College of Political Sciences & Public Administration offers a comprehensive exploration of the foundations of political analysis and governance. Students acquire a deep understanding of political theory, government systems, and policy analysis. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to navigate the complex world of politics and public administration.
Internships And Government Engagement:
Beyond the classroom, the College of Political Sciences & Public Administration places a strong emphasis on internships and engagement with government organizations. Students have opportunities to intern with government agencies, participate in policy research, and engage with policymakers. These experiences not only enhance their practical skills but also provide valuable insights into the field of political science and public administration.
Global Politics And International Diplomacy:
The College of Political Sciences & Public Administration at Southeastern Michigan University is committed to exploring global politics and fostering international diplomacy. Our curriculum incorporates international perspectives on governance, diplomacy, and global justice, encouraging students to engage in diplomatic initiatives with global impact. Additionally, we offer study abroad programs and collaborate with political experts and diplomats from around the world, enabling students to gain a global perspective on political sciences and public administration.
This course addresses the evolving nature of the American experiment in democratic government. It teaches you the theory and the basics of American political science, the political history of this nation, and provides the critical thinking skills needed to analyze these evolving relationships.
This course is a complete introduction to American Government and the discipline of Political Science. It is built around a simple goal to make you effective participant in political culture by making them informed consumers of that culture. This course help you understand why government and politics matter.
This balanced and exceedingly readable course uses Harold Laswell's classic definition of politics-"Who gets what, when, and how"-as a framework for presenting a clear, concise, and stimulating introduction to the American political system. The course explores timely issues and opinions, draw cross-cultural comparisons, and introduce important people.
Evenly balanced between theory and applications, this course shows you how to establish an ethical theory and how to apply it to a range of specific moral issues. This course examines ethical problems in such areas as mercy killing, personal relations, business, sexuality, medicine, and the environment.
This course focuses on public management and public policy. Covers new and emerging theories of governance; define basic values and ideas of public administration and public policy formulation in United States. It covers the gamut of subjects, including bureaucracy, history, personalities, ethics, and problems in public administration and management.
This course introduces essentials of government policy making in a way that you can understand. Public policy is emphasized throughout to reveal the impact that government has on our lives. Each institution involved in policy making is defined and highlighted separately in order to gain more proper understanding of the politics.
This course has public policy approach and “politics matters” theme so that you will learn how they are affected by politics in United States. It introduces the government of America, constitution, political system and political institutions that are involved in public policymaking. Texas court, constitution and policymaking is also included.
Within the doctrinal framework, the course explores the development of public policy from its ideological roots to its dynamic application today, maintaining a lively, story-telling approach which will engage you. Course provides detailed overview of most vital public policies, exploring each policy in a through and systematic manner.
This course takes a positive look at state and local government. While acknowledging the legitimate concerns voiced by critics, it espouses, clearly, that government can be a force for good in society. The course fosters your interest and involvement in state and local politics, policy, and public service.
In this course you are introduced to the field and profession of public administration. You will learn to think and act as ethical public administration professionals by developing a broad understanding of political and organizational environment in which public administrators work and by applying fundamental analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Cost of Attendance
| Tuition Fee Breakdown | Cost |
|---|---|
| MASTERS DEGREE | $27,000 |
| Medical Insurance | $0.00 |
| Personal Expenses | $0.00 |
| Study Materials | $0.00 |
| Food Cost | $0.00 |
| Total Tuition Fee | $27,000 |
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Our Eligibility Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education
Credit Hours
60 Hours
Course Duration
1 Year (Self-Paced)
Courses Offered
10