The purpose of the major is to educate prospective administrators at the executive entry level for careers in public service, as well as to prepare students who plan to continue their education at graduate and professional schools. The concentration in Public Management gives students general preparation for professional employment and leadership in government and non-profit organizations. The program provides specialized training in management and management related skills. The Political Science Department also offers a major and minor in Political Science, a major in International Affairs and minors in Criminal Justice and Political Communication. Keep in mind, however, that some fields will require graduate study or further schooling of some kind.
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The internet is a fantastic source of information. For example, the elected officials of a community decide what services a community will provide while the public administrator decides how best to deliver these services. Administrators must be prepared to deal with changing federal and state regulations and tax rates, as well as population and demographic shifts. Moreover, they need to be prepared for changes in businesses and industries that can dramatically effect public service demands. Tell me more about specializations in this field.