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Graduate Certificate in Applied Public Administration

Certificate
Boise State University
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Instruction Method
Online
Time to Degree
2 semesters

About the Program

The online Graduate Certificate in Applied Public Administration is comprised of nine one-credit classes, each offered in a five-week format. Learn from an applied, skills-based approach to hone your policy development expertise and management and leadership skills in the unique environment facing public service organizations across public, private, and non-profit sectors. This skills-based and technical education will help enhance your skills and marketability for employment in the public service.

Program Requirements

  • Program Requirements take the following courses, take 9 credits
    9 credits
    PUBADM561 - Plan a Career in Public Servic
    1 credit
    PUBADM562 - Public Policy
    1 credit
    PUBADM463 - How the Legislative Process Works
    1 credit
    PUBADM464 - How to Engage Citizens
    1 credit
    PUBADM565 - Manage Public Finances
    1 credit
    PUBADM466 - How to Navigate Ethical Challenges
    1 credit
    PUBADM567 - Deal with People
    1 credit
    PUBADM568 - Negotiate Risks
    1 credit
    PUBADM469 - How to Make Policy Changes
    1 credit
Grand Total Credits
9

* Please note that you must meet with an advisor each semester in order to verify degree completion time as well as online course offerings for the program requirements.