Public Administration Degree

The public administration program at Hodges University prepares students for careers as a budget analyst, city manager, county clerk, legislative support, lobbyist, non-profit manager, policy analyst, and more. The program focuses on serving as management in the executive arm of local, state, and federal government. Program courses include: roles of public administration, the management of public policy, executive-legislative relations, public budgetary processes and financial management, administrative law, professional ethics, and research methods. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer public administration degrees.

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Hodges University

Also known as International College

2222 N Tampa St, Tampa, FL

Hodges University is a nonprofit private institution located in Naples, FL and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Over 2,600 students enroll at Hodges University yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business Administration
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Health Preparatory Programs
• Accounting
• Healthcare Administration
• Medical Records Technician

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Hodges University admits around 60% of students applying yearly. Of those admitted, nearly 87% of students registered for enrollment.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $13,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Students attending this school may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.hodges.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Public Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. International College offers a master's degree program in public administration.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Executives

Description

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.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chief executives employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $100.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $208370

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 11
  • Average Hourly Rate: $61.95
  • Average Annual Salary: $128870

Legislators

Description

Develop, introduce or enact laws and statutes at the local, tribal, State, or Federal level. Includes only workers in elected positions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, legislators employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Annual Salary: $50110

Transportation Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the transportation operations within an organization or the activities of organizations that provide transportation services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, transportation managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.95
  • Average Annual Salary: $99740

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).