About Public Administration at CSUSB
As a student pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Administration with a concentration in Public Administration, you’ll gain a strong foundation in leadership, management, marketing, and organizational strategy.
Building on these skills, the concentration offers specialized coursework in public policy and administration, budgeting, team management, labor relations, fundraising, and more.
By the time you graduate, you’ll be prepared to apply practical knowledge and problem-solving skills in careers across business, government, or the nonprofit sector—equipped with the tools to make a meaningful impact in your profession and community.
Careers in Public Administration
Graduates in Public Administration often pursue careers as policy analysts, city or county managers, nonprofit administrators, or government program coordinators.
The field offers stable career prospects, particularly within government and nonprofit sectors, and professionals with strong leadership and organizational skills can advance into senior administrative or executive roles over time.
Sample Courses
Society, Business, & Global Governance
Description and analysis of government and society. Addresses business’ ethical obligations to society, and government policies affecting business at local, state, and national levels. Covers global governance focusing on international trade treaties, trading blocs, and international financial institutions.
Organizational Behavior
This course is designed to cover the theory, research, and practice of organizational behavior. Students will be exposed to concepts associated with individual, group, and organizational levels of analysis in the context of dynamic and diverse work environments and organization types.
Nonprofit Management and Leadership
Introduction to the theory and practice of nonprofit management. Students will identify the unique role of nonprofits as public service private organizations; understand the nonprofit legal framework; review concepts in nonprofit leadership and governance, including the roles and responsibilities of the board of directors; learn how to strategically manage staff and volunteers; and understand the unique financial management practices of nonprofit organizations.
Meet Alum Sharon Pierce, PH.D.
Opportunities for Students
Students in the Bachelor of Arts in Administration with a concentration in Public Administration can enhance their academic experience through internships, hands-on learning opportunities, and networking with employers at career fairs. Those who qualify academically may also join Pi Alpha Alpha, the national honor society for public affairs and administration.
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