You are required to take three electives, selected from the other graduate programs, or an advanced independent study or a practicum intended to give you experience in an organization and an opportunity to examine an area in depth. Four formal concentrations allow the student to focus more deeply on one area of interest.
Students select three elective courses in the concentration they chose.
Local Government A concentration in local government is suited for those pursuing cereers in city and county government. This concentration develops basic policy management skills and provides the opportunity to focus on specific policy issues. This concentration provides students with the basic skills for resolving public disputes and improving their ability to manage in the public sector.