Public Administration

Develop your practical knowledge in the public, community, Indigenous and volunteer sectors. Study administration, planning and governance. Gain a broad view of the public and non-profit sectors.

Areas of focus

• Local government management
• Performance management
• Public policy and governance
• Public sector management
• Voluntary and non-profit sector management

Careers

• Administrator in government or the non-profit sector
• Communications or media relations officer
• Human resources and labour relations officer
• Project manager

Sample courses

• International Community Development through Activism and Capacity Building - ADMN 200
• Introduction to Public Administration - ADMN 311
• Managing in Public and Non-Profit Organizations - ADMN 312
• Written Communications in the Public and Non-Profit Sectors - ADMN 316
• Strategic Planning and Implementation - ADMN 477

Admission

Public-administration programs are available as minors, certificates or diplomas. Learn more about your options from the School of Public Administration.