Political Advocacy and Elections, Undergraduate Certificate

This 15-18 credit hour certificate is designed for degree-seeking students of any major and non-degree-seeking students who desire to gain an understanding of significant social and political issues confronting the United States, along with the ability to resolve these issues through advocacy and electoral strategies.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (12 hours)

PSC 101	Political Behavior	3(3-0)
PSC 105	Introduction to American Government and Politics	3(3-0)
PSC 327	Lobbying and Interest Group Behavior	3(3-0)

Electives (3-6 hours)

Select hours from the following:

COM 365	Persuasion and Social Influence	3(3-0)
COM 527	Political Communication	3(3-0)
PAD 412	Nonprofit Seminar	3(3-0)
PSC 323	American Parties and Politics	3(3-0)
PSC 513	Citizen Engagement in Public Life	3(3-0)
PSC 514	American Public Policy Making	3(3-0)
PSC 583	Survey Research	3(3-0)

Total: 15-18 semester hours