This track focuses on Political Science, preparing students with the governance and policy knowledge the field expects at the Master's level.
Graduates are equipped to pursue relevant public service career paths, with a self-paced format built for students balancing work and other commitments.
PSAPA-115Economics for Public Policy
Graduate-level study of economic analysis applied to public policy decisions.
- Economic policy analysis
- Cost-benefit analysis basics
- Applying economics to policy design
PSAPA-181Government and Public Planning
Covers strategic planning processes within government institutions.
- Strategic planning fundamentals
- Public sector goal-setting
- Long-term planning frameworks
PSAPA-300American Politics
Graduate-level study of the American political system and institutions.
- U.S. political institutions
- Federal-state relations
- American electoral systems
AAS-370Ethics
Examining moral theories and how they apply to everyday decisions.
- Major ethical theories and frameworks
- Applying ethics to real-life dilemmas
- Evaluating competing moral claims
PSAPA-434Politics and Public Administration
Explores the relationship between political processes and administrative practice.
- Politics-administration relationship
- Bureaucratic decision-making
- Political influence on administration
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Specialist Courses
5 Courses
PUB-161Advanced Concepts in Policy and Politics
Graduate-level study of advanced political and policy analysis.
- Advanced policy analysis frameworks
- Political decision-making models
- Applying theory to real policy issues
PSC-411International Relations and World Politics
Graduate-level study of global political dynamics and international relations.
- Advanced international relations theory
- Global governance structures
- Analyzing international conflict and cooperation
PSC-413State and Local Government
Graduate-level study of governance structures at the state and local level.
- Advanced state government analysis
- Local governance challenges
- Intergovernmental policy coordination
PSC-594Political Science
A graduate-level review of core political science theory and practice.
- Advanced political theory
- Applying political science across contexts
- Current research in political science
PSC-858Global Comparative Politics
Graduate-level study of comparative political systems on a global scale.
- Advanced comparative methodology
- Global governance comparisons
- Analyzing political system outcomes
$60,000
Total Program Cost
Fees are billed per term and are subject to change. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans are available to students who qualify.
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Admission requires Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
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