IPP - Course Objectives

Academic Learning Objectives:

Upon graduation, students will have been trained to:

• Develop and apply biblical principles and a Christian worldview to the study and practice of government.

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the relevant, competing political philosophies and theories that currently guide and have historically guided the political world.

• Demonstrate an understanding of the policymaking process.

• Demonstrate theoretical and practical knowledge of international relations, comparative political systems, U.S. foreign policy, and international economic systems.

• Develop and apply effective research and writing skills to the study and practice of government, politics, policy and economics.

• Develop and demonstrate effective oral communication skills.

• Be an astute, informed, and active citizen at all levels of government and non-profit service.

• Be able to assimilate smoothly into the political, policy, or governmental workplace.