Public Administration

Overview

You'll learn how to review, analyze, shape and administer programs and policies in local, state and federal governments, as well as non-profit organizations and private sector businesses.

Choose Public Administration from National Louis University  if you:

• Have a bachelor's degree

• Desire to enhance the capacity of communities and advocate for change

• Want to pursue a degree within a public, non-profit, healthcare, educational or public safety agency

• Aspire to become a policymaker, public administrator or community advocate

• Aim to specialize in Health Services Administration, Global Social Policy or Public Service Administration

• Seek small class sizes that ensure collaboration with classmates and individual interaction with professors

Career

There is increasing demand within the public sector for professionals who can evaluate and administer public policy. An understanding of the role of government and the interface between the private and public sectors is also essential for those who see their future employment in the private sector.

Professionals in these fields plan for and lead change. They are involved in analysis, preparation of recommendations and implementation of policies and programs that affect public services and the quality of community life. Master of Public Administration graduates can pursue a career in areas such as:

• Education

• Local government or regional issues

• Human services/social services

• Health

• Community or economic development

• Environmental issues and natural resources

• Infrastructure, transportation, utilities

• Security, military, law enforcement, or corrections