Public Administration
- 1 Years / Online
- Intakes: Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct
Overview
The Master in Public Administration at Athar University prepares future leaders to manage public institutions, shape policies, and drive meaningful change across governmental, nonprofit, and community organizations.
Students will develop advanced skills in policy analysis, public finance, leadership, governance, and strategic management — enabling them to improve the efficiency, transparency, and effectiveness of public services.
This program blends academic research with real-world applications, through case studies, field projects, and collaboration with public sector professionals.
Career Opportunities
Our graduates work and intern in a range of jobs in a broad range of fields — public relations, marketing, advertising, social media, television, radio, magazines, human resources, event planning, education, nonprofits, and technology. We’ve also had graduates start their own businesses and others go on to graduate school in communication, law, public health, strategic communications, and education.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates are prepared for leadership roles such as:
Public Administration Manager
Policy Analyst
Government Program Director
Public Sector Consultant
City / Municipal Administrator
Non-Profit Executive Director
Public Affairs Specialist
Governance & Compliance Manager
Strategic Planning Officer
Community Development Manager
Program Learning Outcomes
Students completing this master’s degree will be able to:
Understand and evaluate public policies and their impact on society.
Apply leadership principles to manage teams and public institutions effectively.
Analyze public budgets, financial reports, and resource allocation.
Demonstrate advanced decision-making and problem-solving capacity in complex environments.
Communicate professionally with stakeholders, decision-makers, and the public.
Apply ethical standards and principles of transparency and accountability in governance.
Use quantitative and qualitative tools for evaluating public programs.
Programme
Semester 1
| Course Title | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Foundations of Public Administration | 4 | PAD 501 |
| Public Policy Analysis | 4 | PAD 510 |
| Government & Society | 2 | PAD 515 |
Semester 2
| Course Title | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Public Sector Leadership | 4 | PAD 520 |
| Public Budgeting & Finance | 4 | PAD 530 |
| Ethics & Accountability in Public Service | 2 | PAD 540 |
Semester 3
| Course Title | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Strategic Management in Government | 4 | PAD 550 |
| Research Methods for Public Affairs | 4 | PAD 560 |
| Governance & Public Sector Reform | 2 | PAD 570 |
Semester 4
| Course Title | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Public Administration Project (Field Research) | 6 | PAD 590 |
| Policy Implementation & Evaluation | 4 | PAD 595 |
| Master’s Thesis | 4 | PAD 599 |
How to Apply?
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help with the rest. Our convenient online application tool only takes 10 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will contact you and will help you to complete the process.
- You Get Ready
Once you’ve completed your application and connected with an admissions representative, you’re ready to create your schedule.