Policy Informatics (Graduate Certificate)
Program Overview
The Policy Informatics graduate certificate empowers students to tackle complex public issues using informatics tools and models. The program emphasizes decision-making theories, data analysis, and persuasive technologies. Graduates are prepared for careers in public administration and policy, where they can drive meaningful change through data-driven solutions. The certificate requires 15 credit hours and a minimum GPA of 3.00.
Program Outline
Policy Informatics (Graduate Certificate)
Degree Overview:
The Policy Informatics graduate certificate empowers students to understand complex public issues and implement innovative policy solutions using informatics tools, models, and simulations. The program emphasizes decision-making theories, complexity theory, visualization of quantitative and qualitative information, collective intelligence, behavioral economics, and persuasive technologies. Graduates can analyze data, participate in public deliberations, and evaluate policy decisions effectively.
Outline:
The certificate comprises five courses totaling 15 credit hours and requires a minimum GPA of 3.00.
Assessment:
Careers:
- Graduates are prepared for careers in public administration, public policy, and related fields. This includes roles like manager or policy analyst in local, state, federal, non-profit, or private organizations.
Other:
- The program emphasizes civic engagement and data-driven change.
- The curriculum is designed to equip graduates with the skills to drive meaningful results and shape a better future.
