Political Science and Public Administration 

What is it?

The Political Science and Public Administration specialization focuses on studying how to manage public affairs, including government, public policy, public administration, law, and international relations.

What do students study in this specialization?

• Political Science: Students study the principles of political science, such as theories of the state, political systems, public policy, and international relations.
• Public Administration: Students study the principles of public administration, such as strategic planning, human resource management, public finance, and public policy.
• Law: Students study the principles of law, such as constitutional law, administrative law, and international law.
• Economics: Students study the principles of economics, such as political economy, macroeconomics, and microeconomics.
• History: Students study political history, the development of political systems, and social movements.
• Sociology: Students study political sociology, individual behavior in society, and political groups.

What are the job fields for Political Science and Public Administration graduates?

• Government: Political Science and Public Administration graduates can work in various government jobs, such as administrative positions, diplomatic positions, and research positions.
• International Organizations: Political Science and Public Administration graduates can work in international organizations, such as the United Nations, the European Union, and the Arab League.
• Non-Governmental Organizations: Political Science and Public Administration graduates can work in non-governmental organizations, such as human rights organizations and development organizations.
• Private Companies: Political Science and Public Administration graduates can work in private companies, such as consulting firms and public relations firms.
• Teaching: Political Science and Public Administration graduates can work in universities and educational institutions to teach political science and public administration.

What skills should a Political Science and Public Administration student have?

• Analytical Skills: Students must have a good ability to analyze data and information and make decisions based on it.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Students must be able to solve problems that public affairs face.
• Communication Skills: Students must have good communication skills with others, whether they are colleagues, citizens, or government officials.
• Writing Skills: Students must have good writing skills, whether writing reports, articles, or analyses.
• Research Skills: Students must have good research skills to find and analyze information.

Is Political Science and Public Administration the right specialization for me?

If you are interested in public affairs and have strong analytical skills, problem-solving skills, good communication skills, writing skills, and research skills, then the Political Science and Public Administration specialization may be right for you.