Public Administration
1. Introduction to the Major
Public Administration is a strategic social science field that studies how public policies are designed, implemented, and evaluated. It is more than just administrative management; it is the art of leading public and non-profit organizations to deliver effective public services and promote social equity. It serves as an essential bridge between Public Policy Analysis – Public Sector Governance – and Public Service Ethics.

At Bodhisastra University, the Public Administration program is designed to equip learners with specialized knowledge in policy planning, public resource management, public financial administration, and evidence-based leadership skills to address complex social challenges.

This is the ideal choice for those who aspire to lead government agencies and non-profit organizations – create high-impact policies – and become an expert in transparent and efficient public governance.

2. Duration of Training

• Bachelor's: 9 - 12 months (flexible program, suitable for both standard and accelerated study).
• Master's: 9 - 12 months.
• Doctoral: 9 - 12 months.

The path is streamlined, helping learners pursue in-depth knowledge while conveniently combining it with work in government agencies, international organizations, or non-profit entities.

Especially at Bodhisastra University, you will overcome limitations: Flexible learning - International degree - Public service leadership breakthrough.

Work experience in public administration, policy, law, or public project management can be converted into credits, helping to complete a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in just 9–12 months.

International degrees are consular legalized, opening up academic and career opportunities in Governmental and International Organizations.

3. Training Format

• 100% Online: Comprehensive online learning, flexible for all individuals, especially civil servants, policy analysts, and project management officers.
• Outstanding Benefits:
• Degrees are widely recognized globally, opening the door to boundary-less career and research collaboration opportunities.
• The program focuses on modern public management models (New Public Management) and digital technology in government (E-Governance).
• No entrance English certificate required. A team of professional interpreters will provide support throughout the course.

4. Levels of Training

• Bachelor of Public Administration – Foundation in Policy and Basic Governance
• Highlights: Provides a strong foundation in Principles of Public Administration, Administrative Law, Public Economics, Public Human Resource Management, and Basic Policy Analysis. Enhancing experience through case studies on public service delivery and organizational operations.
• Career Opportunities: Administrative Specialist, Policy Support Officer, Public Human Resources Specialist, Community Project Development Officer.
• Master of Public Administration – Strategic Leadership and Public Policy Analysis
• Highlights: Focuses on advanced management skills and specialized analysis: Advanced Public Policy Planning and Analysis, Public Finance and Budgeting, Public Governance and Ethics, Innovation Leadership in the Public Sector, and Complex Public Project Management. Develops the capacity to engage in high-level decision-making for government and non-profit organizations.
• Career Opportunities: Senior Policy Analyst, Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Executive Director, International Development Project Manager, Senior Management Officer in Government.
• PhD in Public Administration – Governance Theory and Public System Innovation
• Highlights: Designed for scholars and leaders seeking to conduct pioneering research. The program focuses on Advanced Public Administration Theory, Policy & Governance Innovation, Policy Econometrics Analysis, Ethical Leadership in Government, and Public Organizational Theory. Requires the completion of a Doctoral Dissertation with significant theoretical and practical contributions to modern public governance.
• Career Opportunities: Professor/Senior Researcher in Public Administration and Policy, Senior Policy Consultant for Ministries/Agencies, Thought Leader in Administrative Reform.

5. Advantages of studying at Bodhisastra University
Bodhisastra University offers rigorous public management knowledge, combining academic theory with a deep focus on Evidence-Based Governance and transparency and public service ethics.

The program strongly develops policy analysis capabilities and critical thinking, helping learners not only implement but also shape and evaluate the effectiveness of public policies.

Students are committed to developing into visionary public service leaders, capable of driving positive and sustainable change within the public system.