12 credits
The graduate certificate in public administration will provide an option for individuals who desire professional graduate education in public and nonprofit administration, but who may not wish to pursue a full Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree or who may be enrolled in another graduate program. Students obtain graduate level training in theories, concepts, and applications related to public and nonprofit management by taking a sequence of four courses drawn from the core requirements of the MPA degree.
Select four courses
| POLS 648 | Policy Design and Advocacy | 3 |
| POLS 650 | Introduction to Public and Nonprofit Administration | 3 |
| POLS 651 | Managing Organizations for Public Services | 3 |
| POLS 652 | Managing Human Resources for Public Services | 3 |
| POLS 653 | Public and Nonprofit Financial Management | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 12