PSC 399 - Careers in Politics and Policy

(1 unit)

This course helps prepare undergraduate students for careers in politics, and policy and public administration. Topics will include skills and job search strategies for careers in public service, private sector, and non-profit jobs. They will learn about how to enter different kinds of careers. Students will learn about post-secondary training opportunities and prepare for their job search and graduate school application processes.

Maximum units a student may earn: 1

Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or higher.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 1
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify career paths in politics and policy in prepared practice materials.
2. describe and utilize resources on and off campus through attendance in workshops with alumni.
3. appraise their strengths and aptitude through short reflective writing assignments.

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