Expand Your Skills with a Certificate

Getting a certificate will make you more marketable. The political science department offers programs designed to expand your skills with practical knowledge to help you succeed. 

Select an option based on your interest

After completing just 12 credit hours, you can be ready to advance at work or begin a new career.

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Certificate
Economic development

Strategize on how to grow a healthy community.

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Certificate
Local government management

Gain tools to make you an effective local leader.

Certificate
Public management

Grow your budgetary, policy and critical thinking skills.

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Certificate
Public policy

Think big picture and help shape the greater good.

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Certificate
Public safety

Prepare to be a part of protecting your community.

Earn Certificates. Earn a masters.

Certificate credits will also apply toward a master's degree. Advance your career further than you dreamed!