Public Administration

Public Administrators implement policies and serve as advocates for the government, non-profit associations, hospitals, universities, and the private sector. They handle organizational functions such as budgets, public affairs, governmental relations, conflict mediation, consumer industry, the media, and investor relations. With a degree as a Public Administrator, you can pursue a position within the government or private sector. continued below »

Schools that provide online programs:

The University of Phoenix Online offers a Bachelor of Science in Business/Public Administration program that is designed to prepare students to effectively apply various business principles and tools in an organizational setting. Coursework includes human resources, public policy formulation, labor relations, public finance, and policy implementation. In addition, the school also offers a Master of Business Administration/Public Administration program.

Walden University offers a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration. This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence that they will need to establish public policies. This program offers specializations in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security Policy & Coordination, International Non-governmental Organizations, Public Policy, and more.

Public Administration degree programs offer a variety of sub-specialty areas such as Public Policy, Public Finance, Public Safety, Emergency Governmental Response, Health Services, Human Resources Management, and Government Leadership and Management. These programs help students establish leadership skills, analytical techniques, and problem-solving skills. In addition, students take courses in economics, political science, environmental policy, etc. Today's Public Administrators work in a challenging field and command high salaries. The average annual salary for those entering this field is $50,000.

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