This track focuses on Public Administration, preparing students with the governance and policy knowledge the field expects at the Bachelor's level.
Graduates are equipped to pursue relevant public service career paths, with a self-paced format built for students balancing work and other commitments.
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General Courses
10 Courses
B-057Introduction to the Humanities
A broad survey of the art, literature, and ideas that have shaped human culture.
- Landmark works in art and literature
- Philosophical movements across eras
- Interpreting cultural artifacts in context
AAS-085Social and Cultural Geography
Exploring how geography shapes societies, economies, and cultural identity.
- Population patterns and migration
- Urban and rural land use
- Regional cultural differences
B-158English Composition
Developing clear, well-organized writing for academic and professional contexts.
- Building a strong thesis and outline
- Paragraph structure and transitions
- Revising drafts for clarity and tone
B-200College Algebra
Building fluency with algebraic methods used across academic disciplines.
- Solving linear and quadratic equations
- Working with functions and graphs
- Applying algebra to real-world problems
B-336World Religions
A comparative look at the beliefs and practices of major world faiths.
- Core beliefs of major traditions
- Religious ritual and practice
- Religion's influence on society
AAS-370Ethics
Examining moral theories and how they apply to everyday decisions.
- Major ethical theories and frameworks
- Applying ethics to real-life dilemmas
- Evaluating competing moral claims
B-460Art Appreciation
Building a vocabulary for understanding and evaluating visual art.
- Elements and principles of design
- Major art movements through history
- Analyzing meaning in visual works
AAS-584Pre-Calculus
Strengthening the mathematical foundation needed for advanced coursework.
- Polynomial and rational functions
- Exponential and logarithmic relationships
- Trigonometric identities and graphs
B-825Human Biology
An introduction to how the human body functions at the systems level.
- Major organ systems
- Cell structure and function
- Basic human physiology
AAS-902World History
Tracing major civilizations, conflicts, and turning points across the globe.
- Rise and fall of empires
- Global conflicts and their causes
- Cultural exchange across regions
PSAPA-004Essentials of Public Administration
Introduces the core principles behind managing public sector organizations.
- Public sector management basics
- Government organizational structure
- Public service delivery fundamentals
PSAPA-133Essentials of Economics
Covers foundational economic principles relevant to public policy and governance.
- Supply and demand basics
- Macroeconomic fundamentals
- Economic policy considerations
PSAPA-295Basics of Urban Sociology
Introduces sociological perspectives on urban communities and institutions.
- Urban community dynamics
- Social stratification in cities
- Urban institutional structures
PSAPA-520Public Budgeting and Finance
Covers the principles behind managing government budgets and public funds.
- Budget planning fundamentals
- Public revenue sources
- Financial accountability in government
PSAPA-604Foundations of State and Local Government
Introduces the structure and function of state and local governing bodies.
- State government structure
- Local government functions
- Intergovernmental relations basics
PSAPA-689Fundamentals of Political Science
Covers the foundational theories and concepts of political science.
- Major political theories
- Political systems overview
- Core political science terminology
PSAPA-806Political Ideologies
Explores the major political ideologies shaping governance and policy.
- Major ideological traditions
- Comparing political ideologies
- Ideology and policy influence
PSAPA-844Foundations of Public Relations
Introduces the principles of managing public communication and perception.
- Public communication basics
- Media relations fundamentals
- Reputation management principles
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Specialist Courses
6 Courses
PUB-251Fundamentals of Urban Planning
Introduces the core principles behind planning functional public spaces.
- Land use planning basics
- Zoning fundamentals
- Overview of urban planning in public administration
PUB-298Introduction to Public Policy
A broad orientation to how public policy is developed and implemented.
- Policy development process
- Policy implementation basics
- Evaluating public policy outcomes
PUB-491Research Methods in Public Administration
Covers research methods used to study public administration questions.
- Public administration research design
- Data collection in public sector research
- Analyzing administrative data
PSC-514Introduction to International Relations
Introduces the study of relationships and conflict between nations.
- International relations theory basics
- Diplomacy fundamentals
- Global conflict and cooperation
PUB-763Introduction to Public Administration
A broad orientation to the public administration field and career paths.
- History of public administration
- Career pathways in public administration
- Overview of public administration functions
PUB-794Introduction to Public Relations
Introduces the principles of managing public perception and communication.
- Public messaging fundamentals
- Media relations basics
- Crisis communication overview
$72,000
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 High School Diploma or GED.
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