Bachelor of Public Administration & Management
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Public Administration & Management equips students with skills in managing public institutions, policy implementation, and organizational leadership. The program prepares graduates to effectively serve in government, NGOs, and other public sector organizations.
Why Study this program at Ndejje University?
- Practical, hands-on training in public administration and management
- Industry-relevant curriculum aligned with public sector needs
- Exposure to governance and public service systems
- Strong foundation for careers in government and NGOs
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Bachelor of Public Administration & Management program will be able to:
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Apply public administration and management principles effectively
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Demonstrate skills in policy implementation and public service delivery
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Manage public resources and organizational operations
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Understand governance systems and administrative processes
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Support development and implementation of public programs
Course Structure
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
- Christian Ethics I - (Introduction)
- Communication Skills
- Computer Applications I
- Economics I
- HIV and AIDS and Development
- Introduction to Political Science
- Kiswahili I
- Christian Ethics II
- Computer Applications II
- Contemporary Social Problems
- Introduction to Social Research Methods
- Introduction to Sociology-Theories and Concepts
- Kiswahili II
- Political Economy
- Theories of Public Administration
Semester 1
Semester 2
- Basic Statistics in Research
- Comparative Public Administration
- Demography and Population Studies
- Development Policy and Planning
- Government and Politics of East African States
- Introduction to Social Administration
- Leadership and Development
- Classical & Modern Political Thought
- Economics II
- Ethics in Public Administration
- Gender and Development
- Industrial Relations and Labour Laws
- Public Policy Analysis
- Regional Development, Planning and Management
- Rural Development and Agrarian Change
- Theories of Managing Diversity
- Theory and Management of Organisations
Semester 1
Semester 2
- Public Budgeting & Financial Management
- Project Planning & Management
- Human Rights & Democracy
- Government & Constitutionalism in Uganda
- Environment & Development
- Disaster Management
- Diplomacy: Functions & Techniques
- Decentralization & Local Government Administration
- Advocacy and Citizens Engagement
- Administrative Law
- Conflict and Peace Studies
- Entrepreneurship and Development
- Field Work [Special]
- Human Resource Management
- Politics and Administration of NGOs
- Public and Administrative Sector Management
- Research Report
- Strategic Management
- Urban Planning & Management
Semester 1
Semester 2
Entry Requirements –Bachelor of Public Administration & Management
Direct Entry
- Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least 5 passes
- Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) with at least 2 principal passes.
Diploma Entry
A relevant diploma in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution.
Mature Age Entry
Candidates must have passed a recognized Mature Age Entry Examination and be at least 25 years old.
International Applicants
Qualifications equivalent to Uganda Advanced Level, with certified academic documents and proof of English proficiency where applicable.
This Course includes:
How to get Admitted?
Follow the application process by submitting your academic documents and completing the university admission requirements.

























