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Public Administration.

A program that prepares individuals to serve as managers in the executive arm of local, state, and federal government and that focuses on the systematic study of executive organization and management. Includes instruction in the roles, development, and principles of public administration; the management of public policy; executive-legislative relations; public budgetary processes and financial management; administrative law; public personnel management; professional ethics; and research methods.

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Related Careers

Chief Executives

11-1011

$73,710 $206,420 $270,692

General and Operations Managers

11-1021

$47,420 $102,950 $239,200

Legislators

11-1031

$20,380 $44,810 $137,820

Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

11-3071

$61,200 $102,010 $180,590

Postmasters and Mail Superintendents

11-9131

$81,430 $92,730 $109,140

Social and Community Service Managers

11-9151

$50,020 $78,240 $129,820

Managers, All Other

11-9199

$68,860 $136,550 $227,590

Frequently Asked Questions

What careers can I pursue with this major?

Use the Related Careers section above to see roles commonly linked to this field of study. Data is based on CIP–SOC crosswalk and BLS occupational data.

Where does salary data come from?

Salary and employment data come from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) and Employment Projections.

Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

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Salary Summary

$109,101

Avg Median Salary $109,101

Lowest Median $44,810

Highest Median $206,420

Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

Quick Facts

Career Paths 7

Degree Level Bachelor

Code 44.0401

Related Industries

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