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 passionate about exploring how government and policy affect communities and the lives of others? Are you interested in using your keen business sense to understand how public policy interacts with the private sector? This flexible program prepares you for in-demand leadership careers in government affairs offices and regulation.
The School of Public Affairs offers a concentration in business as part of the Bachelor of Science program 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. You are empowered with a robust skill set essential for leadership roles in today's global landscape. You 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 Solutions
- Location: Downtown Phoenix
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 114 - College Mathematics
- Math
intensity: General
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
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 to 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 BS 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 as diverse as small towns and 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.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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6.4%
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$45,930
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4.6%
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$56,730
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4.5%
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$141,900
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6.1%
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$107,230
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4.4%
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$105,770
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1.0%
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$54,210
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4.6%
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$114,130
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-3.1%
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$142,080
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3.4%
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Not available
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4.5%
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$141,900
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School of Public Affairs
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UCENT 400
spa@asu.edu
602-496-0450
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
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. 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.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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