The Bachelors of Public and Nonprofit Administration will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead and manage people, programs and organizations in the governmental and nonprofit sectors. In addition to analytical and communications skills relevant to the management professions, you will receive a broad background and understanding of the political, social and economic environment in which public issues exist.
You'll graduate with the leadership skills to thrive in the board room, to network with public officials and other stakeholders, to negotiate agreements and manage contracts and to design/improve programs and interventions that improve people's lives.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the role of public administration in government.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of management and administration of public service organizations.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of public policy.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of organizational theory.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of public service ethics.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the role and value of diversity.
- Apply critical thinking skills to public administration and policy problems.
- Employ research methods in the public administration context.
- Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively.
- Demonstrate professional oral and written communication skills.
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Tuition & Aid
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Tuition Estimates
On-campus
$10,035/yr*
Online
$11,580/yr*
Based on 120 credit hours over 4 years.
*These numbers represent an estimate of the in-state tuition cost for this program and do not include fees. To get an estimate of the full cost of attendance check out the cost of attendance page and/or use the tuition calculator.
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Submit required statements/writing sample
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Pay your application fee
You can submit your non-refundable application fee online, after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield.
Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;
International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.
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Courses & Catalog Information
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Sustainability Specialists
Bright OutlookAddress organizational sustainability issues, such as waste stream management, green building practices, and green procurement plans.
Median Annual Wage
$83,050
Wage Range
$47,880 – $150,010
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Some college, no degree
Chief Sustainability Officers
Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.
Median Annual Wage
$213,990
Wage Range
$75,700 – $507,730
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Post-master’s certificate
Industrial Ecologists
Apply principles and processes of natural ecosystems to develop models for efficient industrial systems. Use knowledge from the physical and social sciences to maximize effective use of natural resour
Apply principles and processes of natural ecosystems to develop models for efficient industrial systems. Use knowledge from the physical and social sciences to maximize effective use of natural resources in the production and use of goods and services. Examine societal issues and their relationship with both technical systems and the environment.
Median Annual Wage
$82,220
Wage Range
$52,520 – $140,010
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Doctoral degree
Chief Executives
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan,
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
Median Annual Wage
$213,990
Wage Range
$75,700 – $507,730
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specializ
Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.
Median Annual Wage
$122,930
Wage Range
$66,810 – $189,950
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate, Master’s degree
Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
Bright OutlookBuy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to consumers at the wholesale or retail level, including both durable and nondurable goods. Analyze past buying trends, sales recor
Buy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to consumers at the wholesale or retail level, including both durable and nondurable goods. Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield. Select, order, and authorize payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements. May conduct meetings with sales personnel and introduce new products. May negotiate contracts. Includes assistant wholesale and retail buyers of nonfarm products.
Median Annual Wage
$77,710
Wage Range
$48,380 – $128,870
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent, Less than high school diploma
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