Political Science - Sam Houston State University

Political Science from Sam Houston State University is a Campus Bachelor Public Administration degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Mission The mission of the Political Science Department is to provide students with theoretical knowledge and understanding of core concepts and principles in political science while helping students develop practical experience and skills that are necessary for the marketplace. Within that context, the department focuses on programs and courses that emphasize civic engagement, public service, and citizenship and ethics at the local, national, and global levels. To carry out this mission, the Political Science faculty endeavor to: Develop students? analytic, writing, speaking, interpersonal, and professional skills Prepare students for professional careers in the 21st century Build students? citizenship skills, knowledge, and activism Help students understand human beings in their diversity and appreciate democratic values Expand the frontiers of knowledge in political science and public and nonprofit administration Contribute to a better community within the university and the society. Career Opportunities Studying political science meets the career needs of two different sets of students. Some want a liberal arts education that provides a foundation to deal with a broad range of ideas and challenges. With today?s economy, in which most people experience several major career changes, this is a valuable foundation. Other students want to prepare for specific career goals. Most graduates work successfully in private business. Others attend the major Texas law schools, teach (from junior high to university level), work in public service (at the federal, state, county, or city level), or go into political life (such as state legislator, judge, or lobbyist). Recent graduates have held a range of positions: congressional aide, state director of a cattleman?s association, city planner, director of a local development organization, and radio talk-show host. There is an increasing need for trained people to work in nonprofit organizations, and the department has a program in administration, research, and writing that prepares graduates to enter this exciting area. View more details on Sam Houston State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Public Administration courses.