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Public Administration/ Nonprofit Administration

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The BPA-NPA Program is available at the following locations:

Fall 2009
Spring 2010
Santa Rosa San Francisco
  San Ramon
  Sacramento

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The Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA) program is designed for aspiring and mid-career professionals at all levels of government and private nonprofit organizations. The program is appropriate for those working in health care, service, and educational organizations, and for-profit sector professionals who work with public agencies or who desire to pursue a career in the public or nonprofit sectors. Three curriculum tracks are offered: Generalist (BPA), Law Enforcement Leadership (BPA-LEL) and Nonprofit Administration (BPA-NPA). The program is designed to be completed in 23 months.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Dramatically improved oral and written communication skills, including effective online communication.
• Knowledge of statistical tools and quantitative skills in evaluating and managing programs.
• Knowledge and skill in conducting performance appraisals, supervision, and conflict resolution.
• Ability and skill in developing and using a budget as a planning document and managing performance.
• Ability and skill in leading and collaborating with others.
• Ability and skill in conducting policy analysis.

Please take a moment to check the website for USF's Institute for Nonprofit Organizational Management (INOM)

 
 
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