Student Learning Outcomes

1. Identify and define key public administration concepts.

2. Explain and assess leadership and managerial theories, skills, and competencies.

3. Develop problem analytic skills.

4. Discuss their role and potential as public administrators.

Certificate Requirements

The Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) in Public Administration is a 12-credit certificate, and is for midcareer professional who cannot leave work to complete the entire EMPA but still desire a rigorous educational experience focusing on significant elements of public administration. The certificate can be completed in two ways: as a full-time student for one semester (roughly 15 weeks), or on a part-time basis completing the course work in 1-3 years.

To complete the certificate, students are required to complete 12-credits of course work from Public Administration course offerings (recognized by a PAI prefix), including one required course, PAI 895  - Executive Education Seminar: Managerial Leadership. Most individuals taking the certificate state an interest in improving their management and leadership skills or an interest in developing concrete knowledge in a specific policy area. This certificate can be concurrently pursued with the EMIR degree.