Public Administration

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What is Public Administration?

Public administration is the work of developing and  managing programs in government and nonprofit organizations.

It is ideally suited for students who desire public service careers.  Public administration combines the skills of management with the ideals of American democracy.

Public administrators implement and oversee a vast array of policies at all levels of city, county, state and national governments. 

They are committed to creating innovative programs, delivering efficient and equitable services, and improving the lives of the people in their communities.

About the Degree

The public administration program offers a professional education degree that prepares students for careers in all levels of government, nonprofit organizations, and many types of private sector businesses. The program delivers a multidisciplinary course of study that furnishes students with the conceptual and practical knowledge required of public service managers and administrators. It also provides excellent preparation for law school and graduate study.

About Our Faculty

The study of public administration is interdisciplinary. Faculty with a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds contribute to the program. Their expertise includes political science, business administration, economics, history, law and criminal justice, finance, accounting, information technology and communication. Many courses also include guest lecturers from public and nonprofit agencies.