POL/215
State and Local Political Processes

Course level: Undergraduate

Christine O.

BSA

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Format
Online
Course length
5 weeks
Cost per credit
$426
Total credits
3 credits
Resource fees
$180
Estimated course cost
$1,458
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This course provides students with an introduction to the organization, administration, and functions of American state and local governments. The relationship between state and federal governments is also analyzed.

Prerequisites

None

Required materials

The materials required for this course are covered in your resource fees.

Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.

Research

Analyze the interrelationship among federal, state, and local governments in addressing current public policy issues

Influencing Skills

Explain the role of political parties, interest groups, and citizen participation in federal and state politics

Leadership

Identify the role and responsibilities of the federal and state legislative, executive, and judicial branches