Public Administration and Policy Online
- Graduate Certificate
- Strome College of Business
- School of Public Service
Why ODU for Public Administration and Policy?
Upgrade your skills in policy analysis and public management. With ODU's graduate certificate in public administration and policy, you'll develop analytical and management expertise.
The core three courses in this certificate cover administrative theory, ethics, public policy and evaluation.
You'll choose an elective for the fourth course. Choose from topics such as:
- leadership,
- collaboration,
- public-private partnerships,
- human services administration,
- negotiation and dispute resolution,
- and financial management.
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Required Courses
- 12 credits (four courses)
- Three courses are required; one is an elective
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Online Learning Environment
Access course materials online from any location. Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.
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Careers
Many of our students come from or find new positions in:
- Local government
- Federal civilian employment
- State government
- Non-profits
- Private sector consulting or research
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Calculating Cost
- In-state Virginia Residents
- $620 per credit hour*
- Out-of-state Students
- $642 per credit hour
Rates are effective Fall 2024 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.
Meet Your Team
You'll have a dedicated academic advisor for this program.
Contact us if you have questions about admission requirements, transferring credits, or application deadlines.
Ready to get started?
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How to Apply
You must be accepted into ODU as a non-degree or degree-seeking graduate student. This certificate program is not available to degree-seeking MPA students.
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