Introduction to Careers in Government & Public Administration

This course gives students an overview of American politics and public administration. It covers how political institutions and public management work at the local, state, and federal levels to supervise and stay accountable. Students learn about the foundations of the U.S. government, separation of powers, the federal civil service, and how government interacts with state and local officials. The course also explores U.S. politics, elections, political opinions, parties, the structure of federal government, bureaucracy, the three branches of government, and policy making, including foreign and defense policies