Public Administration

Managing public institutions, services, and policies for society.

Overview

Public Administration focuses on the management and organization of public institutions and programs.

Core subjects

Principles of Public Administration and Governance
Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation
Public Finance and Budgeting
Human Resource Management in the Public Sector
Administrative Law and Ethics
Organizational Behavior and Leadership
Local Government and Decentralization
E-Government and Digital Public Services

Specializations

Public Administration
Public Policy and Management
Local Government / Municipal Management

Career paths

Administrative Officer in Ministries or Municipalities
Program / Project Officer in Public Agencies
Policy Analyst or Advisor (with experience or further study)
NGO Program Manager
Public Sector HR or Training Officer
Governance and Institutional Development Consultant
Donor-funded Project Administrator

Study snapshot

Duration: Typically 3–4 years
Workload: Moderate – readings, case studies, projects
Difficulty: ★★★☆☆ — conceptually demanding but less technical than engineering
Practical components: Case studies, simulations, internships in public agencies
Internships: Recommended in ministries, municipalities, or NGOs

Where to study Public Administration in Lebanon

American University of Beirut: BA in Public Administration – $76,950
Islamic University of Lebanon: Public Administration – $9,000 – $15,300
Notre Dame University – Louaize: Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration – $39,900

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