Bachelor of Public Administration

The contemporary Public Sector is highly complex in that it is facing serious resource constraints.  In addition, there is a high l evel of awareness of rights among citizens leading to demand for quality public goods and services.

This programme is intended to explore the models of traditional Public Administration and the “New Public Management vis-à-vis Strategic Management”.  This is in order to broaden the knowledge of students in the field as well as equip them with analytical and management skills to help them meet the challenges of the public sector and contribute to its effectiveness, efficiency and economy.

In terms of career prospects, students can work as Executive Officers, Managers, Planners, Human Resource Practitioners, Local Government Officials and other related positions in the Public and Private Sectors, and Non-for Profit Organizations.

Course outline

 Programme Objectives

 Upon completion of the programme graduates should be able to:

 •                Competently analyze and apply Concepts, Theories, Techniques and Procedures in Public Administration and Management

 •                Acquire competency to advise Government and Non-Governmental Leaders on the processes of Formulating, Implementing and Evaluating Public Policy and Programmes

 •                Apply ethical behavioral and professional standards in Public Administration and Management

 •                Explore and Evaluate the Political, Social, Economic and Cultural Environment of Public policy

 Target Group

 a)    School Leavers

 b)  Executive Officers, Administrative Officers, Human Resources and Training Officers and Public Programmes Managers and Coordinators in Public, Private, Non-Governmental and Non-For-Profit Institutions.