Graduate Certificate in Public Administration

What Will You Study in the Online Graduate Certificate in Public Administration?

• Analysis of public policy and administrative regulations
• Creation of efficient organizational work structures
• Development of public program planning and project implementation
• Financial and operational management in the public sector

Beyond these core areas, the program also explores resource management, collaboration with local governments, and the impact of public administration within nonprofit and governmental organizations. This certificate provides a well-rounded foundation in leadership, policy analysis, and ethical governance designed for those pursuing effective roles in public administration.

Benefits of the Online Public Administration Graduate Certificate

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Graduate Certificate in Public Administration from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
• This program can provide advanced knowledge of policy analysis, organizational structure, and public sector management.
• You can strengthen your leadership skills while integrating ethical principles into decision-making and governance.
• The certificate can serve as a flexible option for enhancing professional credentials in government or nonprofit administration.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)