UG 1903-12-30 <p>Our graduates work in:</p> <ul> <li>government</li> <li>law</li> <li>education</li> <li>journalism</li> <li>communications</li> <li>management</li> <li>banking&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </li> </ul> <p>They have many other jobs that span the public and private sections.<br /><br />Many have gone on to law school or graduate school in many different disciplines.</p> 2009 <p>Department of Public and International Affairs<br />George Mason University<br />Robinson Hall, Room 201 A<br />4400 University Drive, MS 3F4<br />Farifax, VA 22030<br />703-993-1400</p> 2007-10-24T12:14:49Z true BS 130 Public and International Affairs PUAF http://pia.gmu.edu/ Public Administration <p>Ginta Palubinskas<br /> <a href="mailto:gpalubin@gmu.edu"></a></p> LA 1903-12-30 1903-12-30 Bachelor of Science 93 <p>Intern at places such as:</p> <ul> <li>U.S. Congress and the White House</li> <li>U.S. Department of State</li> <li>Political campaigns</li> <li>Foreign embassies</li> <li>Law firms</li> <li>NGOs&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </li> </ul> <p>If you excel in the classroom, apply to the honors program in the major. Work closely with a professor on a research project of your own.</p> <p>Consider doing an accelerated master&rsquo;s program in political science or public administration.</p> <p>Study abroad with Mason&rsquo;s <a href="http://globaled.gmu.edu/">Center for Global Education</a>.</p> LA-BS-PUAD Undergraduate <p>Mason offers two degrees for students interested in political science, government, and international relations. You will learn about government first hand through internships in the nation&rsquo;s capital and courses taught by outstanding faculty, many of whom work in Washington, D.C.</p> <p>As a government and international politics major, you will take core courses in American political institutions, the political systems of other countries, and international relations. You can choose electives that will allow you to earn a concentration in American politics, international politics, political theory and law, or public policy.</p> <p>As a public administration major, you will take courses in government and nonprofit management and others in computer applications and business administration. Because you will study both business and government, you will be well prepared for careers in the public, private, or nonprofit sectors.</p> <p>In addition to satisfying the <a href="../../gened0910">university general education requirement</a>s and the <a href="../../gened0910">requirements for a bachelor of science degree in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences</a>, students majoring in public administration must complete the following. With careful planning, some courses required for the major may also fulfill university general education requirements. See an advisor before registering.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Six core courses (19 credits): GOVT 101, 103, 132 or 133, 300, 304, 351 (fulfill the university social science, global understanding, and information technology and information technology ethics requirements)</li> <li>21 credits of advanced GOVT courses, including GOVT 355, 356; and 3 credits from GOVT 357, 358, 452, 464 or NCLC 331; 3 credits from GOVT 320s or 420s; 3 credits from GOVT 360s or 460s; 3 credits of upper-level GOVT taken outside of GOVT 350s and 450s (may include GOVT 480 or 496). Only 3 credits of GOVT 480 may be substituted for a major requirement.</li> <li>3 credits of GOVT 490, 491 (fulfills the university synthesis requirement)</li> <li>6 credits in analytical skills chosen from OM 210, 301; STAT 250, 350; SOCI 313; MATH 106, 108, 110, 111, 113, or 115</li> <li>9 credits from ECON 103, 104; and any upper-level course in ECON or FNAN, or GOVT 343</li> <li>3 credits in ACCT or GOVT 358</li> <li>9 credits in information technology or up to 12 credits in a foreign language<br /> <ul> <li>Information technology: GOVT 359; any CS, INFS, IT, or MIS course; STAT 362; SOCI 405&nbsp;</li> <li>Foreign language: One modern foreign language through the intermediate level</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>Only courses passed with a grade of C (2.00) or better may be used to fulfill major requirements (which include GOVT courses, major supporting courses, and Option A or B courses). The following courses can be applied to only one major requirement: IT/STAT 250; GOVT 343, 358, and 464.</p> 2009-10-13T14:14:36Z <p>Intern at places like the White House, the Supreme Court, the World Bank. Located minutes from Washington, D.C., probably the most important hub of government and political activity in the world, we offer you more affordable access to learning and career opportunities than any other university in the region.</p> <p>At Mason, you will have unique opportunities for internships and research projects that connect the classroom to the world beyond the campus.</p> <p>Named the #1 national university to watch by <em>U.S. News &amp; World Report</em>, George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with global distinction in a range of academic fields. Situated in the heart of Northern Virginia's technology corridor, Mason prepares its students to succeed in the work force and to meet the needs of the region and the world.</p> Intern at places like the White House, the Supreme Court, the World Bank.