This completion track is designed for students holding an Associate Degree who want to advance into public program management, policy implementation, and government budgeting. Students build on foundational public service knowledge to manage broader public programs.
Offered in a flexible one-year format, the program allows transfer credit to apply toward the 84 required credit hours, and a capstone bridge project has students design a public program improvement plan. Graduates are prepared for roles such as program coordinator or public administration assistant.
BA 031Introduction to Business
A foundational look at how organizations are structured, financed, and run in today's competitive marketplace.
- Business ownership structures and formation
- Roles of key business functions
- Introduction to the global business environment
BA 064Marketing Essentials
An introduction to identifying customer needs and building strategies that connect products with the people who want them.
- The four Ps of marketing
- Segmenting and targeting audiences
- Building a basic marketing plan
BA 226Business Communication
Building the written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills needed to succeed in a professional business setting.
- Professional writing and correspondence
- Effective presentation techniques
- Interpersonal and cross-functional communication
BA 375Fundamentals of Accounting
An introduction to the accounting cycle and the financial statements that record and report business activity.
- The accounting equation and double-entry system
- Preparing income statements and balance sheets
- Recording and adjusting journal entries
BA 608Introduction to Finance
Core concepts of financial management, including how businesses raise, allocate, and manage capital.
- Time value of money principles
- Sources of business financing
- Basic risk and return concepts
BA 686Management & Administration
Practical grounding in planning, organizing, and overseeing the daily operations of a business unit.
- Principles of organizational planning
- Supervising and coordinating teams
- Administrative decision-making basics
BA 707E-Business
An exploration of how digital technology and the internet are reshaping commerce, operations, and customer engagement.
- E-commerce business models
- Digital marketing and online customer engagement
- Technology infrastructure for online business
BA 785Human Resources
An overview of the practices organizations use to recruit, develop, and retain a productive workforce.
- Recruitment and selection processes
- Employee training and performance management
- Compensation, benefits, and workplace policy
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Specialist Courses
6 Courses
PUA 106Introduction to Public Administration
Covers the basic structure and purpose of government agencies.
- Overview of government structure
- Basic public service values
- Introduction to public programs
PUA 120Government Budgeting Basics
Introduces the fundamentals of how government budgets are built.
- Basic government budget cycle
- Sources of public funding
- Tracking public spending
PUA 134Public Policy Basics
Covers the basics of how public policy is created and implemented.
- Basic policy-making process
- Introduction to policy analysis
- How policies become programs
PUA 248Public Program Management
Covers managing government programs from design through delivery.
- Program design and implementation
- Managing public program performance
- Coordinating across agencies
PUA 360Public Sector Ethics
Covers the ethical standards that guide public sector decision-making.
- Ethical standards in public service
- Managing conflicts of interest
- Building public trust and accountability
PUA 472Intergovernmental Relations
Covers how different levels of government coordinate and collaborate.
- Coordinating local, state, and federal programs
- Managing intergovernmental funding
- Navigating jurisdictional overlap
$24,000
Total Program Cost
Fees are billed per term and are subject to change. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans are available to students who qualify.
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Admission requires Associate Degree or equivalent credits.
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Complete the online application with your basic and academic details.
An admissions advisor reviews your application and any transfer credit.
Receive your decision, complete enrollment, and start your first term.
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