Associate of Arts and Sciences, Public and Tribal Administration
The Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in Public and Tribal Administration provides students with the necessary skills and comprehension to succeed in pursuing a career in public and Tribal management in a public enterprise or Tribal organization. The program of study provides a foundation for understanding the necessary skills for administration and Tribal government. The concentration areas of study within the program allow students to customize their degree to focus on careers in either Public or Tribal Administration. The program is a direct transfer degree designed for students who may be interested in transferring to a baccalaureate degree. Students interested in continuing toward a baccalaureate program should consult with an NWIC advisor before selecting courses to ensure that they meet the requirements for those programs.
Northwest Indian College Requirements
Required (11 Credits)
NOTE: CMPS 101 or above; If a computer course coded NE (Non-transfer Elective) is substituted then 3 additional credits of Transfer Electives (coded TE) must be chosen.
Northwest Indian College Foundational Requirements (20 Credits)
CSOV 102: One or more Native language courses totaling at least 5 credits. Consult with an advisor regarding satisfying general education requirements. Requires approval by the Dean of Academics.
General Education Requirements (25 Credits)
Quantitative Skills 5 credit requirement - met in Core Requirements
Humanities Distribution 15 credit requirement - met in Foundational Requirements and Core Requirements
Social Science Distribution 15 credit requirement - met in Foundational Requirements and Core Requirements
Natural Science Distribution 15 credit requirement - choose courses meeting AAS Natural Science Requirements
Core Program Requirements (25 Credits)
Electives (9 Credits)
Students must choose three of the five elective courses from the following list.
Total Credit Hours: 90