Career, Employment and Job Opportunities for Graduates in political Science in Nigeria

This article would deepen your insight into the career, employment or job Opportunities for Graduates in political science in Nigeria

Before I proceed, it will be interesting to learn what political science is all about. 

 

What is Political Science?

Political science is a social science that deals with the systems of governance, political thoughts, political activities with associated constitutions, and political behavior. It deals with the practices of politics.

Duties of Political Scientist in Nigeria

1.     Political scientist uses their knowledge to understand how policies and law affect citizen, business, and the government.

2.     They examine public opinions, economics, and political parties

3.     Political scientists who study international relations can view and investigate the way the nations relate with each other in the world.

4.     Develop and test political theories

5.     Political scientists investigate how the country is governed and managed.

Skill Requirements to be Successful in Political Science in Nigeria

·        Excellent communication skills

·        Research skill

·        Team-work skill

·        Interpersonal abilities

·        Organizational skill

·        Problem-solving skill

Career opportunities available for Graduates in Political Science in Nigeria

The following are the career opportunities available for graduates in political science in Nigeria.

·        Legal analyst

·        Lobbyist

·        International business specialist

·        Career politician

·        Lecturer of an Academic institution

·        Legal Assistant

·        Political consultant

Employment Opportunities available for      

Graduates in Political Science in Nigeria

Graduates in political science may see employment or job opportunities in the following industry, firm, or companies.

·        Academic Institutions

·        Banks (They accept almost any discipline)

·        Law firms

·        Media house

Jamb Subject Combination to Study Political Science in Nigeria

·        English Language (Compulsory)

·        Government

·        Literature in English and any other art or social science subject

O’level Subject Combination to Study Political Science in Nigeria

You will require five (5) SSCE credit passes in the following subjects;

·        English Language

·        Government

·        Economics

·        Any other two art or social science subjects