Bachelor in Public Service Leadership (BA)
Bachelor Degree
Boise State University
Instruction Method
Online
Time to Degree
4 years
About the Program
The online Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Service Leadership equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to meet the demands of careers in the public and nonprofit sectors. Through a dynamic blend of theory and practical applications, graduates emerge well-prepared to tackle the challenges of public service, making meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond. The flexible curriculum allows students to tailor their degree to align closely with their public service interests and aspirations.
Program Requirements
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University Foundations take the following courses, take 37 credits37 credits
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Core Requirements complete the following 7 requirements45 creditsLEAD325 - Foundations of Leadership3 creditsSPS200 - Problem Solving in Public Service3 creditsSPS240 - Data in Public Service3 creditsSPS301 - Engagement and Empathy in Public Service3 creditsSPS361 - Ethics in Public Service3 creditsTake 1 course from the following 2POLS499 - Capstone Research Seminar3 creditsURBAN492 - Capstone Seminar3 creditsComplete one of the following:Take 15 credits from: CJ, CONFLICT, ENVSTD, GLOBAL, LEAD, MILSCI, POLS, PUBADM, SPS or URBAN 300-499Complete one of the following certificates with additional courses from above to total 15 credits: Certificate in Applied Leadership: Growing into a High-Impact Leader, Certificate in Conflict Management or Certificate in Planning
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Upper-Division Electives6 credits
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Electives38 credits
Grand Total Credits
120
* Please note that you must meet with an advisor each semester in order to verify degree completion time as well as online course offerings for the program requirements.