Department of Public Administration

School of Public Service and Justice

Public Administration · Organizational Leadership Studies

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12th Annual Student/Professional and Alumni Networking Event

November 14, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. CSUDH

Innovation and Instruction Building (Ballroom 1300)

1000 East Victoria Street, II Building Carson, CA

The Southern California Chapter of ASPA, in partnership with the California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) School of Public Service and Justice, Department of Public Administration, Public Policy Institute, and Pi Alpha Alpha, is pleased to present the 12th Annual Student/Professional and Alumni Networking Event on the CSUDH campus.

Join us for an evening of dinner, networking, and insightful discussions with distinguished guest speakers as they share their career journeys in public service. The theme of the event is "Navigating the AI Future: Equipping Students with Skills for Tomorrow's Workplace Success," and the discussion will be moderated by Dr. Theo Byrne.

Please note the following fees:

• CSUDH staff, faculty, students, and alumni: $5
• ASPA members not affiliated with CSUDH: $15
• All others: $30

Parking on campus will cost an additional $10. This event is in-person only, and registration is required by November 7.

Register Today

Keynote Speakers

Jonathan Holt, Department Manager of Application Development & Support at SCAG, is a seasoned leader with over 22 years of experience. He holds an MBA and certifications in project management, IT management, and software development. Jonathan has led numerous enterprise application implementations, transforming business processes and creating digital products. He has held significant roles at major enterprises, including developer, enterprise project manager, assistant vice president, and department manager. Jonathan excels in blending people, processes, and technology. His key focus areas include artificial intelligence, cloud technologies, agile methodologies, business strategy, and enterprise project management.

Julie Shroyer is the Chief Information Officer for the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG).  As the metropolitan planning organization for one of the largest and most diverse regions in the nation, Julie leads SCAG IT with a vision of evolving technology and GIS services to support data-driven decision making for the agency and the region.  

Throughout her career in IT, Julie has focused her passion and service in the public sector.  With success leading organizational change and process improvement, she believes in the transformational power of technology and data to address issues facing our citizens and future. Julie is a graduate of the University of Kansas MPA program.

Welcome to CSUDH's Department of Public Administration.

Dr. Elena Kulikov, Department Chair  |  (310) 243-2615  |  ekulikov@vaftizo.com

CBAPP Student Success Center  |  (310) 243-3548  |  Offices: II 1100 & 3400

Undergraduate student services and advisement.

Faculty Support & Faculty Office Hours  |  (310) 243-3548  |  Offices: II 4524, 4526, 4200

Support regarding faculty office hours, contacting faculty, and classroom changes, etc.  

Programs

Bachelor's Degrees:

Master's Degree:

• • Public Management
  • Criminal Justice Policy and Administration
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Public and Non-Profit Management

Minors:

 
Bachelor of Science in Public Administration

The Bachelor of Science degree in Public Administration is designed to provide professional preparation for public sector managers. The degree program requires:

1. Completion of core courses of public administration & public policy students;
2. A concentration;
3. Two additional courses for breadth.

The Bachelor of Science in Public Administration degree is a single-field major, which means that students are not required to complete a minor for graduation. 

Master of Public Administration

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program is designed to provide high quality professional education for people entering or working in public service professions. The MPA program prepares students for careers as professional managers of public sector or nonprofit organizations, as well as for research, consulting and teaching careers. The MPA curriculum develops a theoretical foundation for the practice of effective public management in a wide range of public service functional areas at all levels of government. The MPA program is specifically designed to help students stay current and develop insights on current and practical topics.

Currently the MPA program provides on-campus and online delivery of an accredited MPA degree. The on-campus and online instruction permits busy working professionals to continue their career while completing the program. Students complete all their classes either on-campus or online while staying on their professional career track. Students have full interaction with classmates and faculty in the classroom or online.

The CBAPP MPA program is accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA), the professional association responsible for evaluating the quality of MPA degree programs. To learn more about the MPA program, please click here.

Additional Information

For additional information about the Department of Public Administration & Public Policy's degrees, concentrations, and minors, please click visit the CSUDH University Catalog.

Careers & Opportunities

One-sixth of the civilian work force in the United States is employed by local, state and federal governments. Career opportunities for Public Administration graduates range from law enforcement and human services to education and transportation. In the private sector, many companies actively promote community-oriented public service initiatives.

The undergraduate degree in Public Administration also provides a solid foundation for employment with nonprofit organizations, utility companies, private firms, and hospitals. The degrees also offers strong pre-law preparation for students interested in law school and careers in law.

The Master of Public Administration degree provides students with the educational background and and professional competencies needed to secure administrative/managerial positions in a variety of public sector and non-profit organizations, or in private firms with close ties to governments and public service, such as utilities or defense contractors.

The majority of MPA students at CSUDH are already employed by public, private, or non-profit agencies when they begin their graduate education, and use their master's degrees for professional advancement within their organizations. Other students with little or no work experience, or those with no managerial experience, use the MPA degree to obtain entry-level management or administrative positions. Many other students use the MPA degree as preparation for doctoral study and careers as professors and researchers. 

Student Associations

Public Administration

Pi Alpha Alpha is a national honor society that recognizes the academic accomplishments of outstanding students in the field of public administration. The CSUDH Chapter of the Pi Alpha Alpha Honor Society was chartered in 1981 and has a membership of more than 100 students and alumni.