In the modern world, there are many professions. More and more often, schoolchildren give preference to unusual specialties, which, they believe, will save them from boring monotonous work in adulthood. Girls and boys who are interested in events taking place in the country and abroad, often choose the profession of political scientist. However, as practice shows, not every person is able to understand political phenomena, processes, economic relations and the social structure of society. Therefore, before dwelling on a specialty related to politics, it is necessary to find out: a political scientist is who and what are his functions. And then you need to think about whether this occupation is specifically for you.
Who is a political scientist?
A political scientist is a specialist who is well versed in ongoing political events, both from his state and from other countries. This is a person who also knows how to solve management problems, leadership in a large company. Therefore, such a specialist is indispensable in a large developing company. A political scientist is able to professionally evaluate all factors in order to properly coordinate the activities of the company. The profession of a political scientist is unique. A person who has graduated in this specialty is considered an expert in forecasting world and regional politics. The main function of a political scientist is to increase the level of political literacy of government bodies and society as a whole.
Politician or political scientist?
Many identify these concepts. But this is wrong. It is necessary to distinguish the meaning of the word "political scientist" and the term "politician". Politicians are people who make decisions and put them into practice. Political scientists are developing such solutions; they study the activities of politicians and make predictions of their future actions. The profession of political scientist is needed in modern society. Thanks to them, people become more literate in political issues and get an idea of government values, norms.
Does the government need political scientists?
Of course they are. And not only for the state, but also for its people. Politics is the real art of managing society and the country as a whole. Therefore, this area requires real professionals who are well versed in the political events taking place in the world. The opinion of political scientists is always taken into account by the government. After all, one mistake can be costly for the state. And to correct the erroneous actions of the government is even more difficult. Therefore, the work of political scientists is essential for the country. This specialty is not only prestigious, but also in demand. The intellectual activity of a professional political scientist is always highly appreciated.
Where do you study to be a political scientist?
Political sciences have been taught in Russia since 1755. But political science, as a sphere of professional activity, has recently appeared in Russian universities. The rapid development of this specialty is associated with a lack of qualified personnel who have special knowledge in important public areas, such as geopolitics, political management, analysis and policy planning of the Russian Federation.
A political scientist is a researcher. He explores and analyzes the political system of the state, the political system, political culture and behavior. Now this prestigious specialty can be obtained in many Russian universities, such as:
- Russian State University I. Kant;
- MNEPU Academy (Moscow);
- MGIMO;
- State University (Higher School of Economics);
- MSLU and others.
How are political scientists trained?
The profession of a political scientist exists in 3 aspects: a public expert, a political scientist, a specialist in the field of the practice of political life in society. In the first case, a political scientist is a public expert in the political, economic, social sphere of society. The political scientist is a graduate in political science; he is an expert who is able to correctly interpret the political life of society. In the third version, the political scientist performs the functions of a political analyst, and a consultant, and a political journalist, and a teacher of political science. It is these people who organize elections and create the image of politicians and political parties.
Higher education includes students studying certain aspects of political science. Separate political disciplines are studied at different faculties. Students get acquainted with the history of political studies, conflict studies, ethics, rhetoric in the aggregate only at the faculty of political science. All of these disciplines are studied in the aspect so that the knowledge gained can be applied to analyze the political situation within the country and abroad. Political scientists of Russia analyze the current situation in the country and predict possible options for further developments. This task should be learned by every graduate of the faculty of political science. A professional political scientist must keep up with current politics. To assess the ongoing events, he must apply the knowledge gained, his own logic and erudition.
Who is a political analyst and lawyer?
Applicants who wish to work in the political sphere can qualify as a “political scientist” or “political scientist-lawyer”. But for work in the second specialty, a student must possess knowledge both in the political sphere and in the legal one. So, a political scientist-lawyer - who is this? This is a specialist who can work in the system of executive, representative, judicial authorities, as well as in other state bodies (institutions). To be a political scientist and lawyer, a specialist must meet certain requirements:
- Be well prepared for the implementation of analytical, organizational, managerial activities.
- Know the field of political, legal, socio-economic, humanitarian sciences.
- Be able to analyze political and legal problems (processes).
- Understand the essence of your work.
- Own managerial methods.
- Be able to organize the work of performers.
Advantages and disadvantages of the profession
The political scientist profession has its pros and cons, which should be taken into account for those who wish to work in the political sphere.
The advantages of the specialty include:
- low level of competition in the labor market;
- good salary.
The minus of the profession of "political scientist" is only one: experts have become less in demand as independent experts. And this happened as a result of the abolition of gubernatorial elections in Russia, an increase in the barrier to the State Duma, as well as a decrease in its political role.
