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Professional Certificate in Public Administration

Prepare to lead with purpose through Montreat College’s Professional Certificate in Public Administration. In just six months, gain essential skills in policy analysis, budgeting, and organizational leadership, all grounded in ethical decision-making and a Christ-centered approach to public service.
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Montreat College’s Professional Certificate in Public Administration provides students with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage, analyze, and lead within public and nonprofit organizations. This 9-credit program integrates theory and practice to equip students with essential skills in budgeting, financial management, and policy analysis while leading with integrity and purpose. Students explore key topics such as public sector management, evidence-based decision-making, and the role of innovation and technology in governance.

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At Montreat College, we understand the unique challenges adult learners face. That's why we've created a program that empowers you to balance work, family, and education without compromising your career ambitions.
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Our classes are conveniently scheduled, so you can earn your degree while still meeting your daily commitments.
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Join a close-knit community of experienced faculty who are dedicated to your success. As an AGS student, you're part of the Montreat family.
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We are committed to making a Christ-centered education as affordable as possible, so you can achieve your educational goals. That’s why Montreat College tuition is nearly 25% lower than the national average for private colleges and universities.
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Montreat College offers a wide range of degree programs and certificates in fields such as Business Administration, Education, Counseling, and more. Our programs are designed to align with industry trends and provide you with the skills employers are seeking.

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Tuition: $445 per credit hour
Student Fees: $250 per semester // Graduation: $100

Fundamentals of Public Administration (3 credits hours)

Course descriptions: An overview of the fundamental concepts of public administration, as well as an examination of its application to specific organizations, actors, and public policies. 

Course objectives: 

  • Explore the various topics within public administration. 
  • Examine the fundamental components of public administration and management. 
  • Demonstrate how public managers can strengthen the performance and legitimacy of their agencies. 
  • Explain the evolving roles of technology, big data and innovation in public administration, along with key differences between private and public management.  
  • Develop professional writing skills following APA guidelines. 

Course code and title: MPAD 5404: Public Policy Analysis (3 credit hours)

Course descriptions: Students will learn methods and techniques of analyzing, developing and evaluating public policies and programs. Emphasis given to benefit-cost and cost-effectiveness analysis and concepts of economic efficiency, equity and distribution. Methods include problem solving and decision making. 

Course objectives: 

  • Students will recognize and articulate the capacity and limitations of policy analysis. 
  • Students will assess the use of evidence and data in policy analysis practices. 
  • Students will select and apply the appropriate policy analysis techniques considering the given policy problems, contexts, and goals. 
  • Students will effectively communicate in appropriate written and spoken format. 

Course code and title: MPAD 5211: Public Budgeting and Financial Management (3 credit hours)

Course descriptions: Students will learn the revenue and expenditure structure of the public sector, including revenue policy, expenditure policy, and budget structure and administration. 

Course objectives: 

  • Students will use budgetary and financial information to make decisions in public and nonprofit organizations. 
  • Students will develop their quantitative skills. 
  • Students will clearly communicate financial information in a professional manner. 
  • Students will understand budgeting and financial management as a process. 
  • Students will apply the skills necessary for grant-writing and fund raising.

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