Public Administration Degree

The public administration program at Texas A&M International 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 Texas colleges that offer public administration degrees.

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Texas A&M International University

West End Washington St, Laredo, TX

Texas A&M International University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Laredo, Texas and publically funded. Nearly six thousand students enroll at A&M yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs A&M offers:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Very common standardized test scores among applicants accepted to A&M are between 16 - 20 for the ACT exam, or 820 - 990 on the SAT exam. 48% of students that apply are admitted to A&M, of which 34 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs close to $5,900 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $14,000 annually. A&M may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Texas A&M International University Dustdevils participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students who wish to see more about A&M may check out their website at http://tamiu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Public Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Texas A&M International University 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

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

• Laredo, TX
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.58
  • Average Annual Salary: $92720

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

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

• Laredo, TX
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.94
  • Average Annual Salary: $72670

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