2011-2012 Archived Catalog Information

Master of Public Administration/Master of Science in Political Science (MPA/MS)

The Public Management Department in conjunction with the Government Department in the College of Arts and Sciences offers a joint degree program in public administration and political science.

The MPA/MS degree program consists of 18 courses. Students complete ten courses from public administration and eight courses from government. Some political science electives can be public administration electives. Upon completion of degree requirements, students receive an MPA degree and an MS in Political Science.

MSPS Requirements:

Professional Politics Track

GVT 723 Graduate Internship (3)

GVT 747 Seminar in Legislation and Lobbying (3)

GVT 755 Seminar in Campaigns and Elections (3)

GVT 772 Ethical Issues in Professional Politics (3)

GVT 776 Advanced Research Methods in Professional Politics (3)
or
GVT 777 Joint Advanced Research Methods (3)

Plus three Electives (9)

International Relations Track

GVT 723 Graduate Internship (3)

GVT 761 Seminar in International Relations (3)

GVT 763 *International Political Economy (3)

GVT 777 Joint Advanced Research Methods (3)
or
GVT 778 Advanced Research Methods in International Relations (3)

Plus three electives (9)

*There is a prerequisite of an undergraduate level macro economics course which must be completed before taking GVT 763

Language Requirement:
In addition to their coursework, all students concentrating in International Relations must demonstrate written and oral proficiency in a language other than English. Proficiency will be evaluated by an examination administered by the Department of Humanities and Modern Languages. Students may enroll in language courses for the purpose of mastering the chosen language, but credits in those courses will not be applied toward the degree.