All candidates for a degree in applied arts and sciences must complete the graduation requirements listed in the section of this catalog on “Graduation Requirements.”
A minor is not required with this major.
Preparation for the Major
(21 units)
These prerequisite courses may not be taken Cr/NC. The minimum grade in each class is C.
The Public Administration major is impacted. To be admitted to the major, students must meet the following criteria:
a. Complete 21 units in the following courses with a grade of C (2.0) or better: P A 200; ACCTG 201; ECON 101 and ECON 102; MIS 180; POL S 102; and a three-unit course in elementary statistics. These courses cannot be taken for credit/no credit (Cr/NC);
b. Complete a minimum of 45 transferable semester units (a minimum of 60 units is required for all transfer applicants);
c. Have a cumulative GPA of 2.40 or better.
Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement
Completing one of the approved upper division writing courses (W) with a grade of C (2.0) or better. See “Graduation Requirements” section for a complete listing of requirements. Recommended: PSFA 305W Writing for Careers in Professional Studies and Fine Arts
Major
Within this program, students may build an informal concentration by selecting a cluster of courses in such areas as personnel and labor relations, urban management, urban planning, public finance and budgeting, information systems, and environmental management. Interested students must seek guidance from a public administration program faculty adviser.
