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Online Bachelor's Degrees in Public Administration

Public administration is the study and implementation of public policy. Students of public administration learn to manage government agencies, set policy, plan budgets, and work with elected members of government.

There are many graduate and post-graduate degree programs in public administration, which are usually under the direction of political science departments. A bachelor's degree in public administration takes four years to earn, while a graduate degree can take two to five years more. You'll study public policy, organizational theory, political science, statistics and research methods, and management. A bachelor's degree in public administration can help you find a job with government agencies, non-profit groups, international think tanks, private businesses, schools, prisons, airports, and a wide number of other organizational bodies. To work as a policy analyst or administrator, it is often necessary to hold degrees in public administration.

Public administrators are the people who "get things done" by using their knowledge of business, public policy, and organization. They are highly skilled in analytical and critical thinking, research, public speaking, and policy analysis. Jobs are available both in the public and the private sector, and with the right education and experience, you can climb the ladder.

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Ashford University

Organizational Management - Public Administration

Ashford University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCACS).

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Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Public Safety Administration
A Bachelor of Science in Public Safety Administration degree from Grand Canyon University prepares graduates for careers or promotional advancement in public safety industries. You will solve management problems, fine-tune strategic plans, enhance human resource potential, increase productivity, and address internal organizational issues. This degree prepares graduates for careers and advancement in public safety industries where a high level of understanding in organizational dynamics and interpersonal skills are required.

Grand Canyon University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Regis University
Regis University's online degree programs provide a quality education that is convenient, flexible, and highly personalized to meet the individual needs of the adult learner. Regis University offers the following public administration bachelor degree online:

Public Administration
The degree in public administration is designed to meet the educational needs of government employees engaged in the field of public administration, or anyone whose professional goals include careers in the public and non-profit sectors. The curriculum will combine theory and practice with an emphasis in problem solving, leadership through service to others, management strategies, and critical thinking.

Regis University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and has been continuously accredited since 1952.

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Touro University

BS - Business Administration / Public Management

There are no residency requirements for these programs. Touro University is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Athabasca University
Athabasca University, Canada's Open University, offers the following online bachelor degree program in public administration:

Bachelor of Administration, Concentration in Public Administration
The program is designed to provide students with the conceptual, critical, and practical knowledge and skills needed to succeed and advance in the many competitive fields of management and administration today.

Athabasca University is a full member of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, the Association of Commonwealth Universities, the International Council for Distance Education, and the Canadian Association for Distance Education.

eDegree
eDegree.co.za offers a wide range of online education programs from accredited universities and technical colleges in South Africa. Public Administration bachelors degree programs include:

Bachelor of Public Administration (General Management)
Bachelor of Public Administration (Human Resource Management)
Bachelor of Public Administration (Economic Policy)
Bachelor of Public Administration (Accounting)

A variety of certificate programs offered as well. You can try a free e-learning demo at the site.

Ashford University

Organizational Management - Public Administration

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Public Safety Administration

Regis University

Public Administration

Touro University

BS - Business Administration / Public Management

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