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Master of Public Administration

The Master of Public Administration is designed for students with a baccalaureate degree in any academic discipline who seek careers in government management at the federal, state, or local level and in non-profit management. Graduates increase interpersonal and management skills while gaining a wide range of proficiencies in financial management, budgeting, quantitative methods, urban planning/redevelopment, and personnel management.

Prereq Info

http://www.ashford.edu/online/degrees/mpadetails.php

Prereq GPA

minimum 2.0 GPA

Prereq Degree

Must have a regionally or approved nationally accredited Bachelor's degree with minimum 2.0 GPA

Special Instructions

All Gen Ed classes listed on 1st degree (AA/Buisness) 46 Gen Ed credits required for all degree's.

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Ashford University accepts up to 90 transfer credits from a two-year, regionally accredited institution, including Associate of Arts in Science credits, toward a Bachelor's degree program. Transfer up to 99 approved credits toward your Bachelor's degree. Combine your previous coursework with up to 75 nontraditional credits to make the maximum transfer impact! # You can transfer up to 90 community college credits toward Ashford's Bachelor's programs, including AAS credits. # Credits you've earned toward an Associate's degree at an accredited community college might apply towards Ashford University's general education requirements. # Your lower division coursework may be equivalent to Ashford's upper division courses, so you won't have to repeat courses you have already taken. #You must earn a minimum of 18 credits at Ashford University.

Courses

Organizational Behavior »

Human Resources Management »

Business Ethics & Social Responsibility »

Contemporary Issues in Organizational Leadership »

Introduction to Quantitative Principles »

Negotiation, Bargaining, & Conflict Management »

Public Financial Management »

Government Budgeting »

Urban Planning / Redevelopment »

Public Policy Development »

MBA - Public Administration

In a world where even local events have global impact, the study of business economics is crucial for future leaders. With your Business Economics specialization added to your MBA degree from Ashford University, you will develop the skills you need to formulate business strategies to meet the challenge of the markets. Combine major course credits in Business Administration with nine credits in Business Economics for a more specialized degree with added value. The Business Economics specialization reinforces the natural relationship between economics and finance. You will study the economic forces that impact business: unemployment, inflation, and monetary and fiscal policy. Your focused graduate courses combined with the in-depth professional competence you?ll gain from the major coursework will earn you an enhanced MBA degree.

Concentration

Public Administration

Prereq Info

http://www.ashford.edu/online/degrees/mbadetails.php

Prereq GPA

minimum 2.0 GPA

Prereq Degree

Must have a regionally or approved nationally accredited Bachelor's degree with minimum 2.0 GPA

Special Instructions

All Gen Ed classes listed on 1st degree (AA/Buisness) 46 Gen Ed credits required for all degree's. Your Master of Business Administration degree program consists of 12 courses, or 36 credits. The first nine are core courses, followed by 3 courses that correspond to the specialization of your choice. Courses are listed in the recommended sequence. Students will complete eight core courses through waiver of BUS 599 if they have transferable undergraduate coursework in Economics, Finance, and Accounting that meets Ashford University's criteria.

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Ashford University accepts up to 90 transfer credits from a two-year, regionally accredited institution, including Associate of Arts in Science credits, toward a Bachelor's degree program. Transfer up to 99 approved credits toward your Bachelor's degree. Combine your previous coursework with up to 75 nontraditional credits to make the maximum transfer impact! # You can transfer up to 90 community college credits toward Ashford's Bachelor's programs, including AAS credits. # Credits you've earned toward an Associate's degree at an accredited community college might apply towards Ashford University's general education requirements. # Your lower division coursework may be equivalent to Ashford's upper division courses, so you won't have to repeat courses you have already taken. #You must earn a minimum of 18 credits at Ashford University.

Courses

Management Communications with Technology Tools »

Organizational Behavior »

Managerial Marketing »

Introduction to Quantitative Principles »

Legal Environment »

Managerial Economics »

Managerial Accounting »

Managerial Finance »

Operations Management »

Government Budgeting »

Public Policy Development »


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Total Programs	335
Subject Areas	103

Master of Public Administration - General

Prepare to advance your career and to meet the increasing demand for public service professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects at the national, state, or local level. Through in-depth research and practical coursework, you will acquire the management and organizational capabilities you need to administer and oversee diverse and complex agencies as you work for the public good. Learn from scholar-practitioners who share their academic expertise and experience in the field to help you quickly apply what you learn.

Prereq Degree

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria: * Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution * Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently * Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further.

Courses

Human Resource Management: Building a Capable Workforce »

Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination »

Master of Public Administration - Health Policy

Healthcare has undergone radical changes over the past several years. The major business enterprises that now govern the industry have changed the way healthcare is delivered, and managers must quickly adapt to become successful. A specialization in Health Policy will help you gain valuable knowledge about health delivery systems, health policy, health administration, and health finance centers so you can manage effectively and successfully in this unique environment.

Concentration

Health Policy

Prereq Degree

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria: * Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution * Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently * Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further.

Courses

Human Resource Management: Building a Capable Workforce »

Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination »

Legal and Regulatory Aspects of Public Health »

Health Policy and Management »

Leadership, Professionalism, and Ethics in Public Health Practice »

Master of Public Administration - Homeland Security Policy

Across the public sector spectrum, career opportunities are predicted to expand rapidly over the next five years. At every level—federal, state, and local—this growth trend in employment will fuel a demand for qualified managers who can lead public agencies or direct public policy organizations.* Prepare to advance your career and to meet this increasing need for public sector professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects. International themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework will broaden your perspective of public service. Walden's M.P.A. program can be completed in less than two years, depending on individual progress and credits transferred.

Concentration

Homeland Security Policy

Prereq Degree

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria: * Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution * Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently * Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further.

Courses

Terrorism: Legislation and Policy »

Human Resource Management: Building a Capable Workforce »

Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination »

Current Issues in Homeland Security »

Critical Incident Leadership and Planning »

Current Issues in Regional and Local Public Policy »

Master of Public Administration - Interdisciplinary Policy Studies

Across the public sector spectrum, career opportunities are predicted to expand rapidly over the next five years. At every level—federal, state, and local—this growth trend in employment will fuel a demand for qualified managers who can lead public agencies or direct public policy organizations.* Prepare to advance your career and to meet this increasing need for public sector professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects. International themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework will broaden your perspective of public service. Walden's M.P.A. program can be completed in less than two years, depending on individual progress and credits transferred. Public policy encompasses a wide range of issues from legislative rulings to homeland security. Gain a more thorough understanding of complex and interrelated policy challenges, including public health and safety, urban sprawl, immigration, and affordable housing. Learn to work with government and community shareholders as you broaden your public policy perspective.

Concentration

Interdisciplinary Policy Studies

Prereq Degree

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria: * Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution * Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently * Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further.

Courses

Contemporary Cases and Issues in the Courts »

Human Resource Management: Building a Capable Workforce »

Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination »

Current Issues in Homeland Security »

Elements of Sustainable and Livable Communities »

Master of Public Administration - Local Government Management

Walden University's Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) program with a specialization in Local Government Management for Sustainable Communities helps prepare students to pursue positions of local leadership within their communities. The program is designed to teach students what makes a community viable and sustainable. Students have the opportunity to study tools and resources for community development. They also receive instruction in public policy administration and current issues in regional and local public policy.

Concentration

Local Government Management

Prereq Degree

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria: * Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution * Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently * Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further.

Courses

Tools for Sustainable Community Development »

Human Resource Management: Building a Capable Workforce »

Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination »

Current Issues in Regional and Local Public Policy »

Policy and Politics in American Political Institutions »

Master of Public Administration - Policy Analysis

Prepare to advance your career and to meet the increasing demand for public service professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects at the national, state, or local level. Through in-depth research and practical coursework, you will acquire the management and organizational capabilities you need to administer and oversee diverse and complex agencies as you work for the public good. Learn from scholar-practitioners who share their academic expertise and experience in the field to help you quickly apply what you learn. Developed by leaders in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, our program blends academic theory with hands-on experience so you can Study concepts, principles, and processes related to budget, finance, economics, and human resources and apply them to a variety of public service organizations and all levels of government Conduct and apply research to advance democratic processes and promote social change

Concentration

Policy Analysis

Prereq Degree

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria: * Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution * Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently * Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further.

Courses

Program Evaluation »

Public Policy and Finance »

Human Resource Management: Building a Capable Workforce »

Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination »

Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination »

Master of Public Administration - Public Management & Leadership

Prepare to advance your career and to meet the increasing demand for public service professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects at the national, state, or local level. Through in-depth research and practical coursework, you will acquire the management and organizational capabilities you need to administer and oversee diverse and complex agencies as you work for the public good. Learn from scholar-practitioners who share their academic expertise and experience in the field to help you quickly apply what you learn.

Concentration

Public Management & Leadership

Prereq Degree

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria: * Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution * Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently * Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further.

Courses

Strategic Context of Public Management and Leadership »

Transformative Change in a Shared-Power World »

The Language of Leadership »

Human Resource Management: Building a Capable Workforce »

Developing a Public Administration Perspective »


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Total Programs	131
Subject Areas	305

BPA - General Public Administration

The BPA General Public Administration specialization is designed to provide undergraduate learners with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective public sector program and policy implementation and management. Learners engage in a curriculum that presents fundamental public administration topics, including public finance and accounting, human resource management, public-private collaboration, and strategic planning and accountability as well as more field-specific topics such as participative governance and contracting and privatization. The curriculum also emphasizes public administration leadership theory and practice and ethical and legal standards. Building on these concepts and skills, successful graduates of this specialization are prepared to enter or advance in the public administration field at the local, state, regional, or federal level, or pursue positions in nonprofit or community development fields.

Prereq GPA

High school diploma or equivalent.

Prereq Degree

None

Courses

Fundamentals of Management and Leadership »

Theoretical Foundations of Public Administration »

Human Resource Management in the Public Sector »

Fundamentals of Organizational Communication »

Introduction to Public Finance and Accounting »

Principles of Organizational Planning and Accountability »

Public Policies and Regulatory Processes »

Ethical Standards and Legal Issues in Public Administration »

Introduction to Diversity and Cultural Competence »

Creating Public Value »

Resource Management in the Public Sector »

The Political and Administrative System »

Privatization of Government Services »

Elective Courses BA39 »

Public Administration Capstone Project »

DPA - General Public Administration

Enhance your public leadership skills as you develop and apply research to address multidisciplinary public service issues within your community. This doctoral specialization uses course work, current case studies, advanced learning technologies, and field experiences to strengthen your collaboration and leadership skills and identify community issues that could benefit from an action-based research project. Working with a rich, global network of experienced faculty and professional peers, you will gain an in-depth understanding of your own field, plus insights from professionals in other fields, such as public safety and health care, who often collaborate with you to solve today’s complex challenges. Convenient electronic textbooks lowers program costs and provides immediate access to course materials. People likely to choose this specialization include public administrators who want to pursue leadership positions in government agencies, public service organizations, or the political arena; or faculty positions in the fields of public administration, public affairs, and political science.

Prereq GPA

3.00 cumulative GPA from a master’s degree granting institution.

Prereq Degree

Master’s degree from an institution accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency or an internationally recognized institution.

Special Instructions

Take all courses listed.

Credit Transfer Restrictions

transfer credits applied toward a learner’s degree program reduce the number of credits required for the completion of that degree program. the number of transfer credits impacts the learner’s maximum limit of earned credits required, as follows: i. Example: Bs requires 180 earned credits; the learner transfers in 70 credits, resulting in 110 credits remaining. ii. in the above example, the degree program requirements are based on the number of earned credits remaining for a learner to complete his or her degree program; in this case, 110 earned credits. iii. the number of earned credits remaining is the basis for the maximum attempted credits calculation, as defned in sections ii.B.2 and ii.C.2.

Courses

Public Services Theory, Issues, and Research »

Theories of Leadership and Public Administration »

Principles of Organization Theory and Practice »

Ethics and Social Responsibility »

Global and Diverse Societies »

Public Administration and Community Collaboration »

Public Policy Analysis and Advocacy »

Theories and Practices of Public Human Resource Management »

Public Needs Assessment and Planning »

Fundamentals of Public Administration Research »

Theory Development in Public Administration »

Program Evaluation and Participatory Research »

Field Experience I: Conference »

Field Experience II: Legislative Interaction »

Field Experience III: Comprehensive »

Action Research Dissertation Courseroom »

Action Research Dissertation 1 »

Action Research Dissertation 2 »

Action Research Dissertation 3 »

Action Research Dissertation 4 »

Three Elective Courses »

MPA - General Public Administration

The MPA General Public Administration specialization focuses on the knowledge and skills public administration professionals need to manage and lead organizations in the public services domain. The curriculum is designed to provide learners with a theoretical understanding of the evolution of the field and equip them with the skills needed to determine, assess, and analyze practical responses to public administration issues and challenges across a variety of fields within public services, such as public health and public safety. Learners explore enhancing public value; fostering collaborative networks with diverse populations; promoting ethical performance standards; and developing innovative solutions to public policy and governance challenges. Successful graduates of this specialization are prepared to pursue positions managing or leading public or nonprofit organizations or community networks in a variety of settings.

Prereq GPA

2.30 cumulative GPA from a bachelor’s degree granting institution.

Prereq Degree

Bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency or an internationally recognized institution.

Special Instructions

Complete all courses listed. In addition take 2 other MPA courses.

Credit Transfer Restrictions

transfer credits applied toward a learner’s degree program reduce the number of credits required for the completion of that degree program. the number of transfer credits impacts the learner’s maximum limit of earned credits required, as follows: i. Example: Bs requires 180 earned credits; the learner transfers in 70 credits, resulting in 110 credits remaining. ii. in the above example, the degree program requirements are based on the number of earned credits remaining for a learner to complete his or her degree program; in this case, 110 earned credits. iii. the number of earned credits remaining is the basis for the maximum attempted credits calculation, as defned in sections ii.B.2 and ii.C.2.

Courses

Survey of Research and Practice in Public Administration »

Public Administration Theory »

Public Administration Organizational Leadership and Theory »

Finance and Accounting in Public Administration »

Strategic Management and Planning »

Ethics and Personal Leadership Development »

Quantitative and Qualitative Research »

Leadership and Human Resource Management in Public Services »

Policy Analysis and Research »

Integrative Public Administration Project »


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Total Programs	96
Subject Areas	105

Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Government and Policy

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Public Administration prepares students for careers in the public sector. The program is targeted at individuals working or desirous of finding employment in all levels of government, health care administration, and other quasi- and/or non-governmental organizations. The coursework gives students the opportunity to apply administrative skills in the areas of leadership, human capital development, policy, and governance within a public sector environment. Students will be challenged to identify and provide solutions for the unique issues facing public sector organizations today. This program offers two emphasis areas from which students can choose: health care management and government and policy.

Concentration

Government and Policy

Prereq Degree

Undergraduate degree from an accredited, GCUapproved college, university, or progra

Credit Transfer Restrictions

The first course of the graduate Programs of Study cannot be satisfied by transferred credits.

Courses

Public Organizational Theory »

Economics for Public Administrators »

Acquiring, Developing, and Leveraging Human Capital »

Public Governance »

Public Budgeting and financial Management »

Intergovernmental Relations »

Policy Studies »

Law and Administrative Process »

Servant Leadership »

Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Health Care Management

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Public Administration prepares students for careers in the public sector. The program is targeted at individuals working or desirous of finding employment in all levels of government, health care administration, and other quasi- and/or non-governmental organizations. The coursework gives students the opportunity to apply administrative skills in the areas of leadership, human capital development, policy, and governance within a public sector environment. Students will be challenged to identify and provide solutions for the unique issues facing public sector organizations today. This program offers two emphasis areas from which students can choose: health care management and government and policy.

Concentration

Health Care Management

Prereq Degree

Undergraduate degree from an accredited, GCUapproved college, university, or progra

Credit Transfer Restrictions

The first course of the graduate Programs of Study cannot be satisfied by transferred credits.

Courses

Acquiring, Developing, and Leveraging Human Capital »

Public Budgeting and Financial Management »

Public Organizational Theory »

Economics for Public Administrators »

Servant Leadership »

Public Governance »

Legal and Ethical Principles in Health Care »

Analysis of Contemporary Health Care Delivery Models »

Health Care Policies and Economics »


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Total Programs	53
Subject Areas	80

Master of Public Administration

DeVry University's online Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree has been created to offers its students a program that would aid them in developing the skills and understanding that are needed to be an efficient and effective manager within any organization. This program also offers students the opportunity to chose a focus within one of three areas of emphasis: Government management Nonprofit management Health care management Graduates of this online MPA program will have gained the skills that are required of personnel at any level of nonprofit, healthcare and governmental organizations, including: Leadership Human resources Budgeting Accounting Project management Information systems Public policy Marketing This public administration online degree program will teach its students the theoretical and practical knowledge that is needed to work with government policies, implement statewide initiatives and mandates, enhance viability of social services, and manage care facilities, hospitals, and clinics.

Prereq GPA

Applicants are accepted if they meet at least one of the follow- ing criteria: • Have earned a qualifying associate degree or higher from a DeVry-approved post-secondary institution. • Have completed an appropriate amount of qualifying college- level

Prereq Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Credit Transfer Restrictions

An applicant seeking to transfer credit from another institution must request a credit evaluation prior to beginning the frst class at DeVry and must provide an offcial transcript from the institution where the credit was earned. DeVry may require a catalog or additional material or, if credits were earned at a foreign institution, a credit evaluation by an approved external evaluation service. A maximum of 80 DeVry credit hours may be awarded for lower-division or community college courses. In Oregon, a maximum of 50 percent of a bac- calaureate program’s credit hours may be transferred from insti- tutions not offering baccalaureate degrees. Transfer credit maxi- mums are also subject to DeVry’s residence requirement for the chosen program. (See Graduation Requirements.) Students attend- ing DeVry who seek to earn credit at another institution for transfer to DeVry must have approval to do so in advance from a DeVry academic administrator.

Courses

Managerial Decision-Making »

Health Policy and Economics »

Public Administration Capstone »

Legal, Political and Ethical Dimensions of Business »

Applied Managerial Statistics »

Business Economics »

Leadership and Organizational Behavior »

Managing Organizational Change »

Managerial Applications of Information Technology »

Project Management Systems »


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Total Programs	134
Subject Areas	325

Master of Public Administration

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree program helps you develop skills and techniques used by state and local government leaders to implement policies, projects and programs, all in an effort to resolve social issues and address organizational, human resource and budgetary challenges. For program disclosure information, click here. While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.

Prereq Degree

Undergraduate degree.

Credit Transfer Restrictions

You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities.

Courses

Human Capital Development in the Public Sector »

Program Evaluation »

Leading Organizational Development in the Public Sector »

Law and Public Administration »

Data Analysis for Public Policy and Management »

Public Finance »

Public Policy Planning and Implementation »

Public Administration Applied Project »

Public Administration: Institutions and Processes »

Public Budgeting »

Bachelor of Science in Business - Public Administration

The Bachelor of Science in Business (Public Administration) program is designed to prepare graduates with the requisite knowledge, skills, and values to effectively apply various business principles and tools in an organizational setting. The BSB entry sequence exposes students to valuable theoretical knowledge and best practices in the areas of management, organizational behavior, research and evaluation, e-business, and critical thinking and problem solving. In the BSB program coursework, the curriculum addresses critical business issues in the areas of diversity, globalization, ethics, technology, and e-business. In addition to the BSB business entry coursework, the public administration major includes coursework in computers and information processing, management, financial analysis, accounting, business law, employment law, and marketing. The public administration major focuses on the efficient and effective utilization of public resources to achieve the public purpose within a dynamic environment. The program will emphasize the foundations of public administration, public policy formulation, program development, implementation and valuation, human resources and labor relations, and public finance. Students will develop powerful leadership skills enabling them to successfully manage complex public programs. For program disclosure information, click here. While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.

Concentration

Public Administration

Prereq Degree

High school diploma or GED.

Credit Transfer Restrictions

You may be able to convert previous college credits or corporate training into college credit at University of Phoenix. We evaluate courses taken at regionally- or nationally-accredited colleges and universities.

Courses