Public Administration Minor
Build the Skills to Lead in Public Service
Why This Minor?
The Public Minor prepares you to work in local, state, and federal government — and it's open to students in any major at the University of ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ. Through courses in American government, civic engagement, and urban administration, you'll build practical skills in policy, budgeting, and public-sectorleadership that complement whatever you're already studying.
Requirements
Students must complete 18 total hours: 12 hours of required core coursework, plus 6 hours of guided electives.
Required Core Courses:
| Course Number | Course Title |
| American Government | |
| Civic Engagement, Voluntarism | |
| Public Admin | |
| Issue/Urban Admin |
Guided Electives:
Round out your minor with 2 electives (6 credit hours) spanning state and local government, public policy, urban politics, and more. Example electives include:
| Course Number | Course Title |
| Intro to Nonprofit Organizations | |
| Admin Internship | |
| Grant Development/Management | |
| State/Local Government | |
| Political Statistics |
Ready to Declare Your Minor?
To declare the Public Administration minor, contact:
Prof. Candace McRae Walsh
901.678.4395
ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ
233 Browning Hall
ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ, TN 38152


