Public Administration
Overview
Develop the skills necessary to excel within the government and not-for-profit sectors of employment. Our society is complex — from the laws we follow to the people writing new policies. But with the right leadership training, you can support the growth of your community and make a real difference in the lives of everyday citizens. Graduates of this certificate will be prepared for a variety of jobs in state, county, and city levels of government. In addition, this program will provide you with the opportunity to earn certifications as a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) and as a Microsoft Excel professional.
This Public Administration Certificate can be taken alone or as part of the Management Degree program.
How to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all of the courses offered within the Business and Public Service Department for the grade to be counted toward graduation. Specifically, these include courses with the following prefixes: ACC, BAF, BUS, MGT, and MKT.
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours) |
ENG-101 |
English Comp I English Comp I ID: ENG-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented. |
• | • | • | • | 3 |
| MGT-101 |
Principles of Management Principles of Management ID: MGT-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of management theories, emphasizing the management functions of planning, decision making, organizing, leading, and controlling. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| CPT-170 |
Microcomputer Applications Microcomputer Applications ID: CPT-170 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces microcomputer applications software, including word processing, data bases, spreadsheets, graphs, and their integration. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| MKT-135 |
Customer Service Techniques Customer Service Techniques ID: MKT-135 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the techniques and skills required for providing customer service excellence, including illustrations to turn customer relations into high standards of customer service, satisfaction, and repeat sales. |
• | 3 | ||||
| PSC-215 |
State and Local Government State and Local Government ID: PSC-215 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of state, county, and municipal government systems, including interrelationships between these systems and within the federal government. The impact of current events on the national government and institutions is emphasized. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 (12 Credit Hours) |
MGT-206 |
Management Spreadsheets Management Spreadsheets ID: MGT-206 Credit Hours: 3 This course emphasizes the use of spreadsheet software to support managerial decision-making through the analysis of data. |
• | 3 | |||
| BUS-130 |
Business Communications Business Communications ID: BUS-130 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the application of communication skills to situations routinely encountered in business environments. Students will generate oral and written reports and presentation. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| MGT-250 |
Situational Supervision Situational Supervision ID: MGT-250 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of techniques supervisors use to adjust their management styles to different situations and employees. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| MGT-215 |
Project Management Project Management ID: MGT-215 Credit Hours: 3 This course is the study of integrated project management. Emphasis is on the methods and software used in managing projects, including project scope, planning, scheduling, budgeting, and control and evaluation to achieve project objectives. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 27 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$5,076.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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Part Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (9 Credit Hours) |
ENG-101 |
English Comp I English Comp I ID: ENG-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented. |
• | • | • | • | 3 |
| MGT-101 |
Principles of Management Principles of Management ID: MGT-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of management theories, emphasizing the management functions of planning, decision making, organizing, leading, and controlling. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| CPT-170 |
Microcomputer Applications Microcomputer Applications ID: CPT-170 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces microcomputer applications software, including word processing, data bases, spreadsheets, graphs, and their integration. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| Semester 2 (6 Credit Hours) |
MKT-135 |
Customer Service Techniques Customer Service Techniques ID: MKT-135 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the techniques and skills required for providing customer service excellence, including illustrations to turn customer relations into high standards of customer service, satisfaction, and repeat sales. |
• | 3 | |||
| PSC-215 |
State and Local Government State and Local Government ID: PSC-215 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of state, county, and municipal government systems, including interrelationships between these systems and within the federal government. The impact of current events on the national government and institutions is emphasized. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 (6 Credit Hours) |
MGT-206 |
Management Spreadsheets Management Spreadsheets ID: MGT-206 Credit Hours: 3 This course emphasizes the use of spreadsheet software to support managerial decision-making through the analysis of data. |
• | 3 | |||
| BUS-130 |
Business Communications Business Communications ID: BUS-130 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the application of communication skills to situations routinely encountered in business environments. Students will generate oral and written reports and presentation. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| Semester 4 (6 Credit Hours) |
MGT-250 |
Situational Supervision Situational Supervision ID: MGT-250 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of techniques supervisors use to adjust their management styles to different situations and employees. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| MGT-215 |
Project Management Project Management ID: MGT-215 Credit Hours: 3 This course is the study of integrated project management. Emphasis is on the methods and software used in managing projects, including project scope, planning, scheduling, budgeting, and control and evaluation to achieve project objectives. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 27 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$5,076.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Earn Career Credentials
These students will already be employed and will be seeking this credential to qualify them for higher-level positions with more responsibility.
Further Your Education
The certificate is embedded in the Management Degree, and represents almost half of its required credits. Once students complete this certificate, they are encouraged to finish the degree.