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University Bulletin: Undergraduate Programs 2003-2004 The George Washington University  

 
   
 

LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS


The College of Professional Studies, through the Graduate School of Political Management, offers a program leading to the degree of Master of Professional Studies in the field of legislative affairs. The program focuses on the U.S. Congress with emphasis on the legislative process, American political institutions, and public policy analysis.

Master of Professional Studies in the field of legislative affairs—
Prerequisite: a bachelor's degree with a B average from an accredited college or university.
Required: the general requirements of the College of Professional Studies stated at www.cps.gwu.edu. The nonthesis program consists of 33 credit hours of course work; the thesis program consists of 27 hours of course work and 6 of thesis (PSc 299300). PSc 201 or 203, 218, 222, and 229 are required. The remaining courses are chosen from the following, with at least two courses taken in each of the two groups.
American Political Process: PSc 215, 216, 219, 220, 221, 228, 246, 286; PMgt 267
Public Policy Analysis: PSc 212, 224, 249, 250; PMgt 266; WStu 240

With prior approval of the academic advisor, students may take up to three courses in related disciplines. All students must pass a Master's Comprehensive Examination.
 

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