Public Management

Career Cluster: Government & Public Administration

Career Pathway:
Government, Public Management, & Administration

A career pathway in Government and Public Management & Administration involves overseeing and coordinating various aspects of public services and government operations. Professionals in this field work in roles such as public administrators, policy analysts, and government managers, where they develop and implement policies, manage budgets, and ensure the efficient functioning of public organizations. This pathway offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on communities and society through effective public service and policy development.

Potential Course Sequence

*ICCSD Graduation Requirements

View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions

Career-Related Electives

• AP Economics: Micro & Macro

• AP World History

• AP US History

• Debate

• World Languages

• Behavioral Health Studies

• Public Speaking

• Media Literacy & Communications

• Child Health / Safety / Nutrition

• Personal Finance

*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.

Career-Related Activities

• Speech & Debate

• Model UN

• Student Unions

• Student Government /Student Senate

• Mock Trial

• Philosophy Club

• International Student Club

• World Languages Club

Internship Experiences

• Career Inspire

• Kirkwood Career Caravan

• Internships: Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection

• Job Shadows: Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection

• Internship Experience 1, 2, and 3

College Admission Requirements

See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.

Potential College Programs

• Political Science

• Sociology

• Economics

• Urban Planning

• Public Affairs

• Government

Future
Careers

• Public Administration

• Public Policy Analyst

• County Manager

• International Relations Specialist

• City Planner

• Government Affairs Liaison

Community Partnerships

• Iowa City Fire Department

• Johnson County Sheriff’s Department

• Coralville Police Department

• JECC-Joint Emergency Communication Center

• Hoefer Law Firm

• Mercy Hospital

• Kennedy, Gelner, Cronk and Waterman, PC

• North Liberty Police Department