Bachelor of Science in Public Administration​ Degree

3 Credits

This course introduces students to the foundations of communication in a public sector setting. Students are exposed to various topics related to interpersonal and group communication within the context of public sector applications. Students will develop skills in various mediums of verbal, nonverbal, and written communication genres. The utilization of social media and technology will be explored along with cross-cultural communications. Upon completing the course, students will have an awareness of various communication styles and genres and be able to identify areas for further exploration of communication as a skill.

3 Credits

This course serves as an introduction to the study and practice of public administration. The history of public administration, the issues and theories that confront it, and the political climate and management issues of ethics, staffing, budgeting, and implementing policies are analyzed.

3 Credits

This course provides students constitutional foundations and governing entities of the federal, state, and local governments. Students will learn about political themes, governmental reach, democracy, and political behavior at each level of government.

3 Credits

This course provides students opportunities for analysis, synthesis, prescription, and application of critical thinking and decision making within the organization. Emphasis is placed on preparing managers who can deal clearly, rationally, and creatively with a diverse workforce in a dynamic workplace. This course equips students with concrete skills in critical thinking and decision making that will allow them to identify and solve organizational problems, as well as provide strategic direction.

3 Credits

This course explores the dynamic field of public policy development and examines decision-making in the ever-changing political environment. This course will require students to discuss multiple sources of policy input ranging from grass roots to legislative arenas. Current data sources and application of analytical tools will be presented as a means to best satisfy multiple needs.

3 Credits

This course focuses on principles of governmental accounting. This course emphasizes accounting equations and transactions, financial statement preparation and analysis, internal controls, regulatory environment, compliance, and local, state and federal, global civic implications.

3 Credits

This course provides students with the skills necessary to lead and manage dynamic and diverse civic workforces. Students learn to review resumes, prepare job descriptions, interview candidates, draft performance evaluations, and progressive discipline protocols. Issues such as affirmative action, diversity and labor relations also are discussed.

3 Credits

This course focuses on the key financial concepts to effectively obtain desired goals and objectives by public and private sector non-profit organizations as well as in the international arena.

3 Credits

This course focuses on the implementation of public policy decisions through the identification and development of specific methods for servicing the public good. It incorporates an emphasis on intergovernmental relations and the increasing use of private resources in the service delivery system. A strong emphasis is placed on evaluating both the delivery processes and service outcomes as a means to continuously improve service delivery effectiveness.

3 Credits

This course will provide students with the methodology and research techniques used by public administrators. It includes an introduction to public programming, grant writing, statistics, and data collection analysis for public administration issues.

3 Credits

This course explores the basics of grant and proposal writing in public administration for federal, state, and private funding. This course includes research, design, and evaluation of grant writing components and explores requirements for the various types of grants available. This course also includes developmental steps for an effective grant proposal.

3 Credits

This class examines the relationship and potential of partnerships between local, state, and the federal government as well as nonprofit and private organizations.

3 Credits

This course analyzes the ethical processes related to the nature, formation, and system of law in the United States, as applied to the public administration environment.

3 Credits

This course covers fund accounting, budget and control issues, revenue and expense recognition, and issues of reporting for both government and non-profit entities.

3 Credits

This course explores the sources of revenue necessary to operate public programs, the ways in which funds are allocated and utilized, the responsibility for public stewardship, economic fiscal policy, and includes the need for accurate and complete reporting. This course will cover different approaches to public finance by federal, state, and local agencies.

3 Credits

This course focuses on the study of individual and group behavior in public administration settings and explores the ethical issues to which employees are exposed. Students will learn to recognize ethical dilemmas and resolve them through active deliberation and sound decision making.

3 Credits

Leaders in public organizations face daily challenges. In this course, students will choose a contemporary leader and study his/her leadership style, strengths, and core values. Students will examine the application of these characteristics in public administration. This course will also help students learn to manage conflict, negotiate, and develop effective leadership skills.

3 Credits

This class addresses the importance of planning for future growth along with evolving land use patterns.  Issues like urban and suburban sprawl, infill, density, redevelopment, and transportation modalities will be covered. Tools for implementing general plans, zoning, and eminent domain are addressed.

3 Credits

his class will review major literature in Public Administration and explore challenges and solutions to existing issues in the field.

3 Credits

Utilizing skills developed in civic foundation coursework completed throughout this program, students will demonstrate a deeper understanding of regulatory and environmental impact, issues, and topics in the public administration field. This course will provide an emphasis on content mastery assessment.