The Boise State University Graduate Certificate in Policy Research assists working professionals and students with additional training and coursework to further develop their expertise and skills for research within the context of public policy formulation, analysis, and evaluation.
Core Requirements | Credits |
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Required credits: SPS 501 | 3 |
9 elective credits from: | – |
SPS 502 Quantitative Methods for Social Sciences | 3 |
SPS 503 Qualitative Methods for Social Sciences | 3 |
SPS 504 Survey Research | 3 |
SPS 505 Public Policy Analysis | 3 |
SPS 506 Program Evaluation | 3 |
Total | 12 |
Admission Requirements:
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended.
- A current résumé or curriculum vitae.
- A personal statement of at least 300 words explaining the applicant’s educational and career objectives.
Deadlines for applications are:
January 15 for fall admission priority and April 10 is the final deadline for fall.
September 15 for spring admission priority and November 15 is the final deadline for spring.
For more information, please contact Dr. Chris Birdsall.