Public Service and Public Policy (Business) ,BS
Business, Management, Public Administration, Public Policy, Public Service, State government, Supply Chain Management, Urban Studies, accounting, federal government, finance, global management, law, marketing
Are you interested in how public policy interacts with the private sector? This program is located in the business hub of the nation's fifth-largest city --- Phoenix. It prepares you for a high-demand career in government affairs offices and regulation.
The School of Public Affairs offers a concentration in business as part of the BS in public service and public policy.
This concentration establishes the links among the corporate world and the public sector by blending public policy and business strategy. Students are empowered with a robust skill set essential for leadership roles in today's global landscape. They master economic principles, strategic decision-making and advanced policy analysis by engaging in practical applications while navigating policy formulation, implementation and evaluation in governmental agencies.
- College/school:
Watts College of Public Service & Community Solut
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Location:
Downtown Phoenix
- Second language requirement: No
- First required math course: MAT 142 - College Mathematics
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Math intensity:
General
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 is required to change into this program.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Students seeking in-depth knowledge of the public sector related to agencies that conduct business in various capacities can benefit from studying abroad. Many programs focus on topics such as urban sustainability, challenges to a country's economy and governmental issues so students can see the concepts they have learned through a distinct cultural lens.
This bachelor's degree program in public service and public policy is preparation for entry- and midlevel supervisory and managerial positions in city, county, state and federal agencies. Graduates are prepared for work in nonprofit organizations and in the private sector at the interface of public affairs and private enterprise. They have the skills to be entrepreneurs in any sector, with career opportunities ranging from small towns to Fortune 500 companies. For those who already have work experience, the degree provides further opportunity for promotion.
This business concentration prepares those with an interest in policy to focus on business issues and their policy implications.
Career example titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience, geographical location, and required advanced degrees or certifications may affect pay scales.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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8.6%
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$38,520
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6.5%
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$47,290
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3.3%
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$128,620
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8.2%
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$98,560
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4.2%
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$98,100
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2.2%
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$49,230
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5.6%
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$103,330
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6.6%
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$128,020
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3.4%
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$48,090
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3.3%
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$128,620
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School of Public Affairs
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UCENT 400
spa@asu.edu
602-496-0450
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
