Major:
Public Administration Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to serve as managers in the executive arm of local, state, and federal government and that focuses on the systematic study of executive organization and management. Includes instruction in the roles, development, and principles of public administration; the management of public policy; executive-legislative relations; public budgetary processes and financial management; administrative law; public personnel management; professional ethics; and research methods.

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What is the Median Salary Range for Public Administration Majors?

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What jobs and careers are associated to a major in Public Administration?

•Chief Executives

•General and Operations Managers

•Legislators

•Managers, All Other

•Postmasters and Mail Superintendents

•Social and Community Service Managers

•Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

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