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Bachelors

Political Science, Public Policy and Management Concentration, B.A.

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro , United States
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Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Public Administration | Social Science | Social Work
Discipline
Business & Management | Humanities
Minor
Community Organization and Advocacy | Public Policy | Social Sciences and Society Studies
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview

The Public Policy and Management (PPM) concentration prepares students for careers in government, public service, and nonprofit work. The program combines theory and practice, exposing students to key areas of interest such as urban affairs, civil rights, and healthcare. PPM graduates find careers in various settings, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and service groups.

Program Outline

Outline:

The Public Policy and Management (PPM) concentration is designed for students seeking careers in government, public service, and nonprofit work. The program combines theory and practice to prepare students for professional careers in these fields. Students explore government decision-making and the public policy process while cultivating skills in analytical thinking, research, and communication. PPM courses expose students to key areas of interest including urban affairs, civil rights, immigration, education, health care, labor, and the environment.

Teaching:

PPM faculty members offer a range of professional experiences working in the public sector, non-profit sector, and community service. Faculty bring these experiences into the classroom and use them to shape the curriculum. PPM courses regularly involve hands-on activities, simulations, and interactions with practitioners in the field.

Careers:

Public Policy and Management (PPM) graduates find careers not only with government agencies, but also with non-governmental organizations and service groups. Career options for graduates with a PPM background include:

  • Administrator in a variety of settings in the public sector and private sector
  • Government employee at local, state, and national levels
  • Lobbyist
  • Loss control director in risk management
  • Public servant
  • Researcher
    • Employers of MTSU alumni in this area include:
  • American Federation of Teachers
  • State of Tennessee, Department of Safety & Homeland Security
  • State of Tennessee, Office of the Comptroller
  • Tennessee Municipal League
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