Welcome to the Department of Public Administration
The Department of Public Administration, housed within the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration at Cal State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), prepares students for leadership and service in the public, private, nonprofit, and community sectors. The department offers a Bachelor of Arts in Administration with a concentration in Public Administration, a Bachelor of Arts in Public Service, a Minor in Nonprofit Management, a Minor in Public Administration, and the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program. Guided by a commitment to public service values, including diversity, inclusiveness, and democratic governance, the department provides high-quality education led by faculty with extensive professional and academic expertise.
Here in the Department of Public Administration, we serve a diverse population of students and communities throughout California, with a primary focus on the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Supported by a dedicated staff, our students gain the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to lead, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact in their organizations and communities.
We are proud to prepare the next generation of leaders for careers in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors through programs grounded in public service, ethical leadership, and community engagement.
Our department is home to a vibrant community of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners who are committed to making a positive difference in the Inland Empire and beyond. Through innovative academic programs, engaged scholarship, and meaningful partnerships, we strive to equip our students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to address complex public challenges and serve diverse communities.
Whether you are exploring our undergraduate programs, considering our Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree, or seeking opportunities to connect with our faculty and students, we invite you to learn more about all that our department has to offer. Thank you for visiting, and we look forward to welcoming you to our community.
Faculty Spotlights
Alumni & Student Highlights & Testimonials
Cesar Navarrete, MPA, is President and CEO of Children’s Fund and a respected nonprofit leader with more than 20 years of experience advancing equity and improving outcomes for children, youth, and families across the Inland Empire. Under his leadership, Children’s Fund was named a 2025 California Nonprofit of the Year, and he has been recognized with honors including the 2024 Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award and the 2020 Bank of America Neighborhood Builder Award. A proud two-time CSUSB alumnus, Cesar remains actively engaged in civic leadership and community service throughout the region.
