Bachelor of Public Administration

The “Bachelor of Public Administration” (BPA) program aims to develop public servants, leaders, and change agents with the required competencies, 21st-century skills, and values to serve as professionals in government, civil society, and international organizations.

BPA prepares its graduates for technical and administrative positions in government, including foreign service and civil society. It is also good preparation for those interested in taking up law and graduate studies. Graduates of the program can be employed as technical assistants, researchers, and managers with the aim of becoming executives and decision-makers in the future.

Public Administration is an allied field of management and the social sciences.

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of fundamentals of the study and practice of Public Administration and good governance;

2. Manifest high appreciation for the imperatives and challenges of public service in the context of Philippine and global realities;

3. Practice ethical values for public service, adherence to the principles of accountability, responsiveness, nationalism, and democracy;

4. Practice a strong sense of duty to promote and protect the public interest, especially for the depressed and the marginalized communities;

5. Develop skills in management including planning, implementation, monitoring, and human, material, and resource management for government and civil society organizations;

6. Develop the ability to engage in scientific and policy research and national decision-making.

7. Display responsiveness and resiliency through required life skills and multiple intelligences toward lifelong learning.

• Upper 50% of those who passed the PUP College Entrance Test (PUPCET)

• 85% or better Senior High School Average

• Interview by the Dean, Chairperson or any authorized representative

The program adopts the University retention policy.

BPA prepares its graduates for technical and administrative positions in governments, civil society and international (development) organizations. It is also a good preparation for those interested in taking up Law or Foreign Service. Graduates can look forward to executive and policy-making positions in government, civil society, and international development organizations.

Entry-level job

• Technical assistants and middle managers in government and international organizations

• Researchers and trainers in government, civil society, and academic institutions

• Development or project managers of small and medium-sized voluntary sector or civil society and international development organizations.

• Elective Position in Local Government Units

Advanced Office Positions

• Executives in national and local government institutions including government-owned, controlled corporations

• Elective positions in local and national government

• Faculty members and administrators in academic institutions

• Executives in national, regional, and international organizations

• Development or program managers of large voluntary sector or civil society organizations.