Introduction
The PA/PA program at
UWSP is one of only a very few in the
state, offering the opportunity to
prepare for a career in public service
or for further study in the field. The
core of the program is taught in the
departments of Political Science and
Economics, but students have the chance
to draw on the expertise of more than 50
faculty in a total of 9 different
departments as they tailor their own
individual program of study.
Why Study Public Administration and Policy Analysis at
UW-Stevens Point?
This
interdisciplinary program offers students the chance to
combine the study of the practical techniques of
administration and policy analysis with a sophisticated
and in-depth study of the political environment in which
that administration and analysis take place. This
combination offers unique preparation for the world of
work in federal, state, or local government.
High School Preparation
No special
preparation is necessary.
Department Features
The program
features a wide range of courses from several
departments. It integrates the study of politics and
public policy with the study of psychology, economics,
sociology, and even natural resources into an integrated
package of courses that uniquely prepares future
administrators.
Employment Opportunity
PA/PA
graduates enjoy an excellent placement rate. Some have
combined PA/PA with a second major and seek employment
as administrators in a public sector organization
dealing with their special area of interest, whether
that be economics, psychology, sociology or natural
resources. PA/PA combined with the Small City Analysis
minor enhances employment prospects, as does a major or
minor in Business Administration. Many students go to
graduate school to earn an MPA in Public Administration
or Public Policy. Of particular interest are city
management and health policy and administration.
Suggested Course of Study for Public
Administration and Policy Analysis
|
Freshman Year
|
|
First Semester |
Credits |
Second Semester |
Credits |
|
Freshman English - Eng 101 |
3 |
Freshman English - Eng 102 |
3 |
|
Physical Environment Under
Stress - Geog 100 |
3 |
Humanities Area 1 |
3 |
|
American Politics - Pol 101 |
3 |
Public Administration - Pol 250 |
3 |
|
Oral Comm - Comm 101 |
2 |
Intro to Sociology - Soc 101
|
3 |
|
Wellness |
1 |
Intro to Astronomy - Ast 100 |
3 |
|
Critical Thinking - Phil 121 |
3 |
|
|
|
Total |
15 |
Total |
15 |
|
Sophomore Year
|
|
U.S. History - Hist 211
|
3 |
U.S. History - Hist 212 |
3 |
|
Public Policy - Pol 202 |
3 |
Personnel Admin. - Pol 354 |
3 |
|
State and Local Government - Pol
242 |
3 |
Microeconomics - Econ 211
|
3 |
|
Macroeconomics - Econ 210
|
3 |
Intro to Psychology - Psych 110 |
3 |
|
Intro to Sociology - Soc 101
|
3 |
Population Problems - Soc 360
|
3 |
|
Total |
15 |
Total |
15 |
|
UWSP
Public
Administration and
Policy Analysis Graduates at Work
City
Administrator
Glendale, WI
Johnson Creek
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Policy Analyst
Department of
Public Instruction
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Administrator
DILHR
u
Budget Analyst
USFWS
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Policy Analyst
WI Legislature
u
Personnel Director
Sauk County
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Program Analyst
U.S. Dept of Agriculture
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Health Administration
Ministry Health
Aspirus
Medical College of Wisconsin
|
The remainder of the PA/PA
major consists of Pol 397 - Methods of Policy Analysis,
statistics, and courses chosen by the student in
consultation with his or her advisor. A minor in another
subject is recommended. A student selects a
concentration in public policy, public planning, human
resources administration, natural resources and the
environment, or public finance administration.
