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Policy Making Microcredential Overview

The microcredential in policy making is comprised of two courses (six credits) from the graduate public administration curriculum. Students who earn the graduate microcredential in policy making will understand the political and legal dynamics of public policy creation and implementation. As a result of the microcredential, they will be credentialed to be a part of policy making in local, state and federal government.

Credits Breakdowns

Microcredential Hours

6
Credits

Total Credits

6
Credits
  • The total number of credit hours required for a graduate microcredential may vary by academic discipline but must require a minimum of 1 credit hour and not more than 8 credit hours.
  • At least 50% of the microcredential requirements must be earned at USI.
  • Coursework taken more than 7 years before the microcredential is awarded cannot be applied, unless a Petition to Validate an Expired Graduate Course has been approved.
  • Microcredentials may be stand-alone or linked to an existing degree program. A microcredential, therefore, may be embedded within a larger degree program and stacked with other microcredentials and certificates toward a degree (i.e. master’s) program. Academic departments may determine whether coursework taken to complete a microcredential can also be applied to a degree program.
  • Students earning a graduate microcredential are not eligible to participate in commencement exercises, but the credential will be added to their official transcript record.

To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:

  • Complete the online application for admission
  • Pay the $40 application fee
  • Submit official transcripts from all high schools and colleges you've attended

Once USI has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.

Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.

College & Department Contacts

Dr. Trent A. Engbers
Professor of Political Science and Public Administration
Director of the Master of Public Administration Program

Career Outlook

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Students who earn the graduate micro-credential in policy making will understand the political and legal dynamics of public policy creation and implementation. They are prepared to participate in the policy-making process from the chambers of power to grassroots movements. Jobs in policy making range from elected officials to lobbyists to public administrators who work to implement public policy.

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The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.

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