Liberty University | Certificate in Public Administration

Students seeking to develop fundamental management skills and a basic understanding of governmental and nonprofit operations might consider the Liberty University's Certificate in Public Administration online program. Read more about this certificate program here.

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Official Program Name:

Certificate in Public Administration

School Offering Program:

Liberty University

Degree Level:

Certificate

Program Prerequisites:

Prospective students of the Certificate in Public Administration online program should have an interest in working in the public sector and possess strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Applicants to Liberty University should be at least 18 years of age and should have earned a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have additional requirements.

Program Description:

Once enrolled in Liberty University's Certificate in Public Administration online program, students have the opportunity to study economic, political, and management practices specific to public and nonprofit institutions. All courses in this program are taken online. Topics discussed in the curriculum include governmental fiscal and budgeting policies, public policy analysis, government agency regulations, government and business relations, and public management decision-making processes. Students will learn leadership concepts, organizational behavioral principles, and managerial practices for organizational effectiveness.

Learning Format:

Online

Total Credits Required:

18 credits.

Financial Aid:

Around 90% of Liberty University students utilize some form of financial aid, including federal grants and loans. Liberty University also offers financial support to students who qualify.

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Required Courses for a Certificate in Public Administration:

Please note that degree program and course requirements are subject to change. Before applying, students should contact Liberty to confirm the most accurate program information.

BUSI 310: Principles of Management (3 credits)
BUSI 340: Organizational Behavior I (3 credits)
GOVT 360: Introduction to Public Administration (3 credits)
GOVT 462: Public Finance and Budgeting (3 credits)
GOVT 470: Government Regulation of Business (3 credits)
GOVT 475: Advanced Public Administration (3 credits)

Post-Graduation Opportunities

Furthering Your Education:

Graduates of Liberty University's Certificate in Public Administration program might continue their studies in a degree program. In many cases, a degree is required to begin working in the field. Bachelor's degrees that graduates could pursue include:

Bachelor of Science in Management
Bachelor of Science in Public Administration
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership

Potential Career Paths:

While the Certificate in Public Administration program is generally designed to prepare students to pursue a degree, graduates could choose to seek employment upon completion of this program. A certificate might be adequate for those seeking entry-level employment in federal, state, or local government offices or nonprofit agencies.

Career options include:

Nonprofit administrative assistant
Government office clerk/assistant