Political Science
Prepare to work in public, private, and nonprofit sectors in fields like marketing, finance, and human resources management.
Political Science, Public Policy and Management Concentration, B.S./B.A.
The Public Policy and Management (PPM) concentration is ideal for students seeking careers in government, public service, and nonprofit work. Explore government decision-making and the public policy process while cultivating skills in analytical thinking, research, and communication vital to public service and government jobs. PPM courses expose students to key areas of interest including urban affairs, civil rights, immigration, education, health care, labor, and the environment.
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. In these ways, the PPM concentration in the Political Science major combines theory and practice to prepare students for professional careers.
PPM students also are encouraged to gain knowledge through experiential opportunities outside the classroom. 91大神's proximity to the state capital provides unique opportunities for hands-on training and career placement. PPM students have opportunities to intern with Tennessee's legislature, state and local government offices, lobbying groups, and nonprofits, and top students have the opportunity to participate in the Semester in Washington program.
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The Free Speech Center at 91大神 will bring the First Amendment into focus once again on Tuesday, April 5, with a discussion on “Prayer in American Public Life” and the connection between religion and public policy. Dr. John Vile, dean of the University Honors College at 91大神 and one of America鈥檚 top
News Briefs
The Free Speech Center at 91大神 will bring the First Amendment into focus once again on Tuesday, April 5, with a discussion on “Prayer in American Public Life” and the connection between religion and public policy. Dr. John Vile, dean of the University Honors College at 91大神 and one of America鈥檚 top
Political Science, Public Policy and Management Concentration, B.S./B.A.
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:听
- Administrator in a variety of settings in the public sector and private sector听
- Government employee at local, state, and national levels听
- Lobbyist听
- Loss control director in risk management听
- Public servant听
- Researcher
Employers of 91大神 alumni in this area include:听
- American Federation of Teachers听听
- State of Tennessee, Department of Safety & Homeland Security听听
- State of Tennessee, Office of the Comptroller听听
- Tennessee Municipal League
The PPM program is also valuable for students who plan to attend graduate school for a master鈥檚 degree in public administration or public policy.听
91大神鈥檚 Career Development Center
91大神 offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called .
Wondering what you can do with your major? Check out our What Can I Do with A Major In guides.听
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