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Associate of Applied Science in Public Administration and Policy

Government and the public sector have increasingly become major players in nearly every facet of society. Gaining the knowledge of and skills in government process, policy, procedure, and the law could be essential for pursuing a wide variety of jobs.* The Associate of Applied Science in Public Administration and Policy focuses on the study of organization, structure, and processes of government through an interdisciplinary lens, and is designed to help students develop an understanding of the issues and challenges confronting society locally, nationally, and globally. This program could also prepare graduates to continue on to pursue more advanced degrees in public administration and policy.†

Kaplan University's Associate of Applied Science in Public Administration and Policy offers students an opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the processes of policy administration and implementation through direct government action as well as public and private interaction. The curriculum focuses on:

  • Structure and processes of the government
  • Tools used to implement policy
  • Processes by which public policy is formulated and implemented
  • Goals of public policy

If you have previously earned credit at another institution or have applicable work experience, you may be eligible for academic credit toward program requirements at Kaplan University. Speak to an Admissions Advisor or refer to the University Catalog for details about Kaplan University's transfer of credit policy.

The Associate of Applied Science in Public Administration and Policy could offer degree holders the opportunity to pursue careers that include: administrative assistant, legislative assistant, research and policy associate, city council assistant, entry-level clerical and office support positions in federal government, court clerk, municipal clerk, license clerk, entry-level positions in governmental and lobby organizations, and entry-level positions in nonprofit organizations.

*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.

†While the program is designed to prepare graduates to pursue continued graduate-level education, the University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any graduate programs.