Bachelor of Arts - Policy Studies

Program Description

Understand the need for effective, responsive policies in government, business or non-profit sectors and learn how to critique, write and implement policy. Gain practical experience during a semester work term in the world of policy-making.

Internship

Policy Studies students can work in diverse positions involving education, business, government, healthcare, oil and gas, research institutes, policy consultants and lobby groups. Opportunities may include: research, data analysis, policy formation, foreign policies, themes and trends in economic and political issues, technical writing, statistical compilation and interpretation with instruments and techniques of policy implementation. It is advised that students explore volunteer and/or summer employment opportunities before taking the internship course, as some positions require additional experience and/or qualifications.

Career Possibilities

• Economic analyst
• Policy consultant
• Political advisor
• Government bureaucrat
• Lawyer
• Policy analyst
• Government relations advisor
• Non-profit policy consultant
• Regulatory analyst or regulatory compliance