This program is about learning how to solve public problems. The Public Policy and Management major serves as a gateway for students to delve into the world of public service and its profound impact on society. As the demand for knowledgeable, ethical, and innovative leaders in public service continues to rise, our program aims to empower students not only to understand these roles but also to visualize a career path that resonates with their individual interests and core values.
A hallmark of our major is its interdisciplinary approach. Students will not be confined to understanding public service from a singular vantage point. Instead, they will gain insights into how individuals and organizations from the public, nonprofit, and even private sectors collaboratively strive to achieve the public good.
Internship opportunities are available to all students; scholarships are available to qualified students; students with substantial prior learning experience may apply for credit through the Assessment and Accreditation of Prior Learning Experience program. Opportunities to participate in small seminar groups, research projects, and online courses are available. Students should consult their advisers for assistance in planning coursework.
Career Information
Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs graduates are employed in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Many of our graduates pursue careers in:
- Community Development
- Community Engagement
- Data Analysis
- Economic Development Specialist
- Financial Administration
- Neighborhood Stabilization
- Program Specialist
- Project Coordinator
- Workforce Development
Accelerated Graduate Programs
Qualifying undergraduates in the School of Urban Affairs may pursue an accelerated graduate degree in Public Administration, Urban Planning and Development, or Nonprofit Management. See Public Administration, Accelerated Master’s BA/MPA, Urban Planning and Development, Accelerated BA/MUPD, and Nonprofit Management, Accelerated Master’s BA/MNM for program requirements.
Contact Information
Public Affairs Student Services Center
Telephone: (216) 687-3884 / E-mail: passc@csuohio.edu