Earn your bachelor degree in Public Administration from an established, regionally accredited, private, non-profit institution. Established in 1865 in Ottawa, Kansas, OU offers busy adults the opportunity to earn their degree completely online. The public administration major promotes an understanding of the policies, purposes, philosophies, responsibilities, management methods, and challenges of civic leadership. Students analyze complex organizational systems; learn budgeting processes; apply new technologies; identify ethical issues; and evaluate the goals of local, state, and national governmental agencies in a changing society. Critical thinking, problem-solving and effective communication are important skills that students develop as they analyze case studies and commit themselves to continuous quality improvement. Graduates of this major are prepared to enter city, county, state, or national agencies that benefit from ethical management, efficient practices, positive public relations, and an empathetic response to the diverse social groups within and served by agencies. Degree Requirements
For 145 years, Ottawa University has been preparing individuals for lives of inspired leadership and personal significance. We understand the needs of adult students to balance earning their degree with the other obligations of work and family. Ottawa University is dedicated to providing a quality educational experience that offers you more.