
Political and Global Affairs
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Political and Global Affairs, Public Policy and Management Concentration, B.S./B.A.
The Public Policy and Management (PPM) concentration is ideal for students seeking careers in government, public service, and nonprofit work. Explore government decision-making and the public policy process while cultivating skills in analytical thinking, research, and communication vital to public service and government jobs. PPM courses expose students to key areas of interest including urban affairs, civil rights, immigration, education, health care, labor, and the environment.
PPM faculty members offer a range of professional experiences working in the public sector, non-profit sector, and community service. Faculty bring these experiences into the classroom and use them to shape the curriculum. PPM courses regularly involve hands-on activities, simulations, and interactions with practitioners in the field. In these ways, the PPM concentration in the Political and Global Affairs major combines theory and practice to prepare students for professional careers.
PPM students also are encouraged to gain knowledge through experiential opportunities outside the classroom. MTSU's proximity to the state capital provides unique opportunities for hands-on training and career placement. PPM students have opportunities to intern with Tennessee's legislature, state and local government offices, lobbying groups, and nonprofits, and top students have the opportunity to participate in the Semester in Washington program.
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The Free Speech Center at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ will bring the First Amendment into focus once again on Tuesday, April 5, with a discussion on “Prayer in American Public Life” and the connection between religion and public policy. Dr. John Vile, dean of the University Honors College at MTSU and one of America’s top
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Political and Global Affairs, Public Policy and Management Concentration, B.S./B.A.
Public Policy and Management (PPM) graduates find careers not only with government agencies, but also with non-governmental organizations and service groups. Career options for graduates with a PPM background include:Ìý
- Administrator in a variety of settings in the public sector and private sectorÌý
- Government employee at local, state, and national levelsÌý
- LobbyistÌý
- Loss control director in risk managementÌý
- Public servantÌý
- Researcher
Employers of MTSU alumni in this area include:Ìý
- American Federation of TeachersÌýÌý
- State of Tennessee, Department of Safety & Homeland SecurityÌýÌý
- State of Tennessee, Office of the ComptrollerÌýÌý
- Tennessee Municipal League
The PPM program is also valuable for students who plan to attend graduate school for a master’s degree in public administration or public policy.Ìý

MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called .
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