Academic Catalog

2023-2024 Edition

Concentration in Public Administration

The concentration in Public Administration introduces students to the roles and responsibilities of managers and leaders in the public service sector. Students will become familiar with various functions of public administrators in the areas of leadership theory, finance, risk management, change management, and human resources. Particular attention is paid to the relationship of various departments and agencies within a governmental structure.

Requirements

Requirement Title Credits
CRJU 430Principles of Public Administration3
CRJU 460Risk Analysis and Security3
ORGS 350Leadership Ethics3
ORGS 420Human Resource Strategy3
ORGS 460Leadership and Change3
Total Credits15

The Public Administration concentration cannot be paired with the Criminal Justice or Organizational Leadership majors or with the Organizational Leadership concentration.