DO YOU KNOW ABOUT PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION ?

Public Administration is an academic discipline which studies the implementation and prepares civil employees to work professionally for the public service. The two words are defined separately here, with ‘Public’ referring to the ‘citizens in general and ‘Administration’, which is the rule or service of the state. Put together, Public Administration means the ‘rule of the state for the people’. There are various definitions for Public Administration which are ‘management of public programmes’, ‘translation of politics into reality which the general public see every day’. The government, which is elected by the people, represents all the people. Public Administration is concerned with the organisation of government policies and programmes as well as the behaviour of officials responsible for their conduct.

Public Administrators can be considered to be associated in the city, country, regional and state and can work on jobs such as municipal budget directors, Human Resources (HR), City Managers, Census Managers, Health Directors, Cabinet Secretaries and much more. Basically, Public Administrators are public employees who work in Public Departments.

Required Skills for Public Administration

Given below in the table are the skills needed for candidates willing to pursue Public Administration course:

Skillset for Public Administration Graduates
Dedicated	Good Communication Skills
Good Negotiating Skills	Understanding
Pragmatic	Calm
Patient	Composed
Creative	Committed
Firm	Loyal
Industrious	Diligent
Assiduous	Meticulous

Courses Offered in Public Administration

Below listed are the courses offered in Public Administration, their duration and eligibility criteria:

Course	Duration	Eligibility Criteria
BA in Public Administration	3-Years	The candidate should have done their Class 12 from any stream from a recognised University and should have secured a minimum of 45% aggregate.
MA in Public Administration	2-Years	The candidate should have done their BA in Public Administration or any equivalent discipline from a recognised University and should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate.
PhD in Public Administration	2 to 4 Years	The candidate should have done their MA in Public Administration from a recognised University and should have secured a minimum of 60% aggregate.
Diploma in Public Administration	1-Year	The candidate should have done their Class 12 from any stream from a recognised University and should have secured a minimum of 45% aggregate.
PG Diploma	1-Year	The candidate should have done their BA in Public Administration or any equivalent discipline from a recognised University and should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate.
Certificate in Public Administration	6-Months/1-Year	The candidate should have done their Class 12 from any stream from a recognised University and should have secured a minimum of 45% aggregate.

BA Public Administration Syllabus

Candidates can check the table below to know about Public Administrations syllabus in detail:

Semester – I
Public Administration – Meaning, Evolution, Nature, Scope, Significance	Organisation – Meaning and Basis, Principles of Organisation, Hierarchy, Span of Control, Supervision and Control
Forms of Organisations: Formal and Informal, Department, Board, Corporation	Chief Executive: Meaning, Types and Role, Line, Staff and Auxillary Agencies, Public Relations, Meaning, Means and Significance
Semester – II
Theories of Organisation: Scientific management theory, Classical and Bureaucratic	Personnel Administration: Meaning, Nature and Significance, Elements of Personnel Administration, Recruitment, Training, Motivation and Morale.
Budget: Principles, Preparation and Enactment of Budget, Public Funds, Accounting and Auditing, Financial Control.	Meaning: Administrative Law, Delegated Legislation, Administrative Tribunal, Public Policy
Semester – III
British Legacies over Indian Administration: Features of Indian Administration, Role of Indian Administration	President: Election, Impeachment, Powers and Position, Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, Appointment, Powers and Role.
Ministry of Home Affairs: Organisation and Role, Ministry of Finance, Organisation and Functions, Finance Commission	Civil Service in India: Role and Significance, Union Public Service Commission.
Semester – IV
Constitution Framework of States in India, Governor, Appointment Powers and Functions, Chief Minister Powers and Functions, Council of Ministers and State Legislature.	State Secretariat and Directorate: Organisation and Functions, Chief Secretary, Role and Position in State Administration
District Administration: Evolution, Features and Functions, District Collector, Evolution, Appointment, Functions and Positions.	Police Administration at District Level: Organisation and Functions, Role and Functions of Superintendent of Police.
Semester – V
Local Government: Evolution, Meaning, Features and Significant, Amendment Acts	Urban Local Bodies: Municipal Corporation, Municipal Council and Municipal Committees.
Panchayati Raj Institutions: Composition, Functions, Sources of Income of Gram Panchayats, Panchayat Samities and Zila Parishads	State Finance Commission: State Election Commission. Urban-Rural Relationship and Problems. Local Leadership
Semester – VI
Meaning and Scope of Development Administration: Welfare State, Meaning and Objectives, Concepts of Welfare State and the Directive Principles of State Policy.	The organisation of Planning Agencies: Planning Commission, National Development Council, State Planning Board and Department.
Social Welfare Administration of India: Institutional Framework and Programmes of Centre and State Govt. for the Welfare of Castes, Women and Children	Agriculture Development Problems and Causes for the Backwardness of Agriculture Development.

Public Administration Admission Process

Chose University/College: The first step is to search for colleges or universities which are offering courses in Public Administration. Check the fees, the seats offered, eligibility criteria which is set for the course.

Apply for Course: Proceed to apply for admission after getting to know the university offering the programme. Fill up the details as required and pay the application fee. The application forms are available for a limited period of time so the candidate is advised to know the details way in advance.

Mode of Admission: Universities and Colleges will either conduct entrance exams for admission or offer admission through merit. For postgraduate courses, the candidate will have to appear for an entrance exam.

Results: Selected and qualified candidates make the merit list. The student has to get the desired rank and percentage, to be eligible for admission.

Counselling: The candidate will have to appear for the counselling session conducted at the university to book their seat, submit their documents and pay the fees to seal admission.

Top Colleges Offering Public Administration

Candidates can check the table given below to know about top colleges offering Public Administration course:

IGNOU	Banaras Hindu University
Amity University, Noida	NIMS University
Adamas University	Madras Christian College
Jamia Millia Islamia	SPPU
University of Mumbai	>>Check More Colleges

Career Options for Public Administration

Below listed are some of the career options in Public Administration

Financial Manager	Human Resources Manager
General Operations Manager	Labor Relations Manager
Budget Analyst	Accountant
Auditor	Tax Examiner
Purchasing Agent	Education Administrator
Executive Director	Program Analyst
City Manager	Mayor
Foreign Service Officer	Housing Specialist
Research Associate	Field Examiner

FAQs on Public Administration

Q. What are the types of Public Administration?

A. Different types of Public Administration are Classical Public Administration, Postmodern Public Administration and New Public Management.

Q. What is a BSc in Public Administration course?

A. BSPA or Bachelor of Science in Public Administration is a four-year duration degree course program offering theoretical, practical and policy development, public sector management etc.

Q. Why do we study Public Administration?

A. The study of Public Administration can help candidates in enhancing leadership and management skills. Candidates can learn to become an efficient leader.

Q. Who can study Public Administration?

A. The eligibility criteria for Public Administration is that candidates should have passed class 12 or equivalent examination with a minimum marks of 50%.

Q. Is Public Administration a good career?

A. Yes, Public Administration is a great career choice as it is considered a rewarding field. After pursuing the course, candidates can work for the government.

Q. What are the disadvantages of Public Administration?

A. The disadvantages of Public Administration is negative publicity, limitations, control, investigations etc.

Q. What is BA in Public Administration?

A. BA in Public Administration is an undergraduate degree course that is related to the study of issues like Public Organisations, Administration, Public Services, etc. This course is of 3 years duration.

Q. What is the advantage of Public Administration?

A. The advantages of Public Administration are they get to work for the public and society. Some of the popular Public Administration issues are water supply, food supply, climate change etc.

Q. Is Public Administration hard?

A. Public Administration is considered as easy and simple to understand. The questions in the Public Administration are straightforward.

Q. What subjects are needed for Public Administration?

A. Subjects for Public Administration include Mathematics, Government, English, Economics, and other social sciences subjects such as Commerce, History, Accounting etc.

Q. What do public administrators do?

A. The responsibilities of a public administrator are related to the public sector, state and local agencies, public policies etc. Their role is to manage work related to operations for governmental agencies, public sector organisations and NGOs