Faculty: Economics.and Administrative Sciences Political Science and Public Administration focuses on the study of political systems, governance, public policy, and administration. Students develop skills in political analysis, policy-making, public management, and research methods. Graduates are prepared for careers in government, non-profit organizations, policy analysis, and academia. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of political science and public administration. - Develop skills in political analysis, policy-making, and public management. - Learn techniques for conducting political and policy research. - Explore principles of governance, public policy, and administrative law. - Analyze and interpret political and administrative data and research findings. - Develop critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills for effective political and administrative practice. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Political Science and Public Administration** - Overview of key concepts, principles, and practices in political science and public administration. - Fundamentals of political systems, governance, and public policy. 2. **Political Theory** - Principles of political theory, including classical and contemporary political thought. - Techniques for analyzing and applying political theories to understand political phenomena. 3. **Comparative Politics** - Principles of comparative politics, including political systems, institutions, and behaviors across different countries. - Techniques for comparing and analyzing political systems and institutions. 4. **Public Policy** - Principles of public policy, including policy-making processes, policy analysis, and evaluation. - Techniques for developing, implementing, and evaluating public policies. 5. **Public Administration** - Principles of public administration, including organizational theory, management, and administrative law. - Techniques for managing and administering public organizations and programs. 6. **Research Methods in Political Science** - Principles of research methods in political science, including quantitative and qualitative approaches. - Techniques for designing and conducting political and policy research studies. 7. **Governance and Public Management** - Principles of governance and public management, including accountability, transparency, and ethical decision-making. - Techniques for ensuring effective governance and public management. 8. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in political science and public administration settings, including internships and hands-on projects in government agencies, non-profit organizations, or policy research institutions. - Application of learned skills in practical political and administrative scenarios. 9. **Capstone Project in Political Science and Public Administration** - Comprehensive project applying skills in political analysis, policy-making, or public management. - Delivery of a polished research paper, policy analysis, or administrative project. **Assessment Methods:** - Political theory analyses, comparative politics studies, public policy projects, public administration plans, research methodology papers, governance and public management analyses, internship/practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Political Science and Public Administration" by various authors. - "Political Theory" by various authors. - "Comparative Politics" by Daniele Caramani. - "Public Policy" by Michael E. Kraft and Scott R. Furlong. - "Public Administration" by George E. Frederickson and Kevin B. Smith. - "Research Methods in Political Science" by Gary King, Robert O. Keohane, and Sidney Verba. - "Governance and Public Management" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of social sciences, history, and an interest in political systems and governance. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, internships, and capstone projects. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue further education or professional certifications, such as a Master of Public Administration (MPA) or specialized certifications in areas like policy analysis or non-profit management. **Target Audience:** Aspiring political scientists, public administrators, policy analysts, government officials, non-profit managers, and academics seeking careers in government agencies, non-profit organizations, policy research institutions, and academia. This major equips students with the analytical, research, and administrative skills needed to excel in political science and public administration, supporting careers in various political, administrative, and policy-related roles.