Practical Politics Certificate

PROGRAM CODE: 2C41832

The Practical Politics Certificate is designed for aspiring political professionals, community organizers, and civically engaged citizens. Students develop skills in campaign strategy, public speaking, media outreach, data analysis, and polling interpretation—preparing them for roles in political campaigns and public service. The curriculum also introduces political science concepts with a focus on local campaign strategies, campaign management, and effective messaging. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken.The Practical Politics Certificate requires a total of 17-18 units.

Required Courses (17-18 units):
COMM C1004Interpersonal Communication3
JOUR 110 FMass Media Survey3
or JOUR 110HF Honors Mass Media Survey
JOUR 150 FSocial Media Communications3
POSC 135 FCampaigns and Elections3
POSC 198 FPolitical Campaign Internship1
or POSC 199 F Public Policy Internship
or POSC 299 F Political Science Independent Study
PSY 161 FElementary Statistics for Behavioral Science4-5
or PSY 161HF Honors Elementary Statistics for Behavioral Science
or POSC 120 F Introduction to Political Theory
or STAT C1000 Introduction to Statistics
or STAT C1000H Introduction to Statistics - Honors
or STAT C1000E Introduction to Statistics
Total Units17-18

Outcome 1:     Identify the components of the transactional model of communication.
 
Outcome 2:     Utilize an understanding of the history, economics, and structure of the media to analyze and appraise media products and current controversies in the mass communications industries.
 
Outcome 3:     Identify and produce accurate and compelling social media posts in a timely manner and under deadline pressure.
 
Outcome 4:     Critically analyze what is needed to manage and the strategies of successful campaigns.

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