The Bachelor of Science in Public Administration (B.S.) program is designed for future and current leaders pursuing public service careers. Aimed for those passionate about public service, the program equips students with knowledge and skills across a wide range of topics related to governance, policy, and leadership in the public sector. With hands-on learning opportunities and expert faculty guidance, students gain the tools to tackle real-world challenges and drive positive change in their communities.
Public Administration is projected to be one of the fastest growing segments of the employment market over the next 10 to 15 years, with careers in the public sector, including nonprofits and non-governmental organizations providing public goods and services. Students capitalize on their motivation to serve the public, and making a difference in neighborhoods, communities and beyond.
Courses
Public administration focuses on leadership development that improves communities. Students who earn a degree in public administration will be prepared to use their knowledge and skills in a wide variety of areas such as finance, management, politics, policy, planning, human resources, public safety.
MPA Fast Track Option. The Fast Track offers an accelerated pathway to get your master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA). It allows qualified senior undergraduate students to take up to 6 semester credit of approved graduate level
Learning Outcomes
Problem solving
Evidence-based decision making
Writing
Professional presentations
Managing people and projects
Leadership
Ethics
Research methods
Technology
Career Outcomes
Variety of public, nonprofit, and non-governmental organizations delivering goods and services at the federal, state, and local levels
City and County Managers/Assistant City and County Managers
Finance Directors
Accounts Receivable
Emergency Management
Firefighting, policing, probation
Public Works, Museums, Libraries, Transportation
Public Health, Agriculture, Public Education Administration
