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Policy Making Microcredential Overview

The microcredential in policy making is comprised of two courses (six credits) from the graduate public administration curriculum. Students who earn the graduate microcredential in policy making will understand the political and legal dynamics of public policy creation and implementation. As a result of the microcredential, they will be credentialed to be a part of policy making in local, state and federal government.

College & Department Contacts

Dr. Trent A. Engbers

Professor of Political Science and Public Administration

Director of the Master of Public Administration Program

Career Outlook

Students who earn the graduate microcredential in policy making will understand the political and legal dynamics of public policy creation and implementation. They are prepared to participate in the policy-making process from the chambers of power to grassroots movements. Jobs in policy making range from elected officials to lobbyists to public administrators who work to implement public policy.

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Policy Making Microcredential Overview

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