political management

WHAT CAN I DO with a Master's Degree in POLITICAL MANAGEMENT? ADVOCACY WORK ELECTORAL POSITIONS These positions promote policy objectives by raising awareness on important issues with the public and officials. These positions manage elections, either for candidates or important issues on the ballot. ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ELECTED OFFICIAL Leads a non-profit association or advocacy group, including managing its business affairs and personnel, and overseeing finances and fundraising efforts. Represents the people at a federal, state, or local level. Elected officials include the president and vice president, senators, representatives, governor, mayor, state and local officials, and city council members. (VOTE) COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR CAMPAIGN MANAGER Manages the public images of advocacy groups and associations through media engagements, fundraising events, and advertising and promotional materials. Oversees all aspects of political campaigns, including day-to-day operations, staff recruitment, and the development of strategic plans. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE FUNDRAISING CONSULTANT (PAC) EXECUTIVE Works closely with campaign managers and media consultants to create strategic initiatives to raise funding for the candidate's campaign. Operates in the advocacy sphere to lead political action committees in their fundraising efforts and donation strategies. EVENTS MANAGER PRESS SECRETARY Takes care of all elements of organizing advocacy events, such as devising a budget, booking venues, coordinating with fundraisers, and arranging media coverage. Responsible for all campaign interactions with the media. Serves as the public voice of the campaign by developing campaign literature, drafting speeches for the candidate and other representatives, and creating promotional opportunities. ISSUE ADVOCATE FIELD DIRECTOR Uses political contacts, persuasion, and public relations know-how to influence legislation to help the corporations, unions, or associations the lobbyist represents. Ensures voters are aware of the candidate's message. They create a comprehensive plan that typically involves door knocking and cold calling eligible voters, and coordinating voter registration schemes. GW politicalmanagementmasters.online.gwu.edu Sources: http://gwmcs.us/L6d7/2Q1UEIJU http://work.chron.com/role-lobbyist-social-advocate-17892.html http://www.mymajors.com/careers-and-jobs/communications-director http://www.asha.org/advocacy/federal/pac/ http://www.artsforla.org/advocacy-event-planning http://everydaylife.globalpost.com/practices-role-executive-director-nonprofit-6595.html http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/understanding-elected-offices.html http://www.wellstone.org/sites/default/files/attachments/Campaign-Roles-and-Responsibilities_0.pdf >>>>