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UIS Public Administration Professors Participate in ABFM Conference in Washington, DC
Alcohol & Substance Abuse Graduate Certificate
Prepare for Certification in Substance Abuse Counseling
Human Services Fundraising Graduate Certificate
Professional Fundraising Program
Public Sector Labor Relations Graduate Certificate
Lead in the Field of Public Sector Labor Relations
Upgrade your skills in labor relations or develop the skills necessary for union leadership roles.
Public Procurement Management Graduate Certificate
Become a leader in the Public Procurement Profession
Nonprofit Management Graduate Certificate
Advanced Nonprofit Management Credential
Accelerate your career and build skills for nonprofit leadership roles where you can direct change in your community.
With this Certificate You Will ...
Emerge with the skills to lead, manage, and possibly found a nonprofit organization
Community Planning Graduate Certificate
Community Development & Change
The Community Planning Certificate is ideal for practitioners seeking advanced careers in municipal or county management. This certificate offers training in economic development, housing policy, transportation analysis, environmental planning, and urban design.
Doctoral Students
Doctoral Students & Candidates
Most of our doctoral students are mid-to-late in their careers and have significant experience in the public, private, and/or nonprofit sectors. Some hold administrative positions in these sectors, and many are closely involved in developing and evaluating public policies at the federal, state, and/or local levels.
These students are completing their doctoral coursework, preparing for their qualifying exams, or working on their dissertations.
BPNA Program Plans & Advising Sheets
Build Your Degree Plan
Program Plans
BPNA students are encouraged to complete their degrees following the provided program/course plan templates. The plans are based on course offering patterns. If you need to deviate from these plans, please consult with your academic advisor.
Doctoral Alumni
Doctoral Alumni
Our alumni have completed all program requirements, including successfully writing and defending their dissertations. They represent some of the most promising and accomplished social sector leaders in the region.