Program Overview

University Programs

The University of Virginia offers various degree and certificate programs across different fields, including business, government, healthcare, public safety, and technology.

Business Programs

• Bachelor's Degree Completion
• Accounting - Graduate
• Certified Financial Planning
• Human Resources
• Leadership
• Procurement & Contracts Management
• Project Management
• Higher Ed Program for Executive Level Assistants
• Research Administration
• SHRM Learning & Prep
• Cybersecurity Management
• Customized Learning for Organizations

Government Programs

• Bachelor's Degree Completion
• Procurement & Contracts Management
• Project Management
• Leadership
• Public Administration

Healthcare Programs

• Health Sciences Management Certificate
• Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program

Public Safety Programs

• Master of Public Safety Program
• National Criminal Justice Command College
• Center for Public Safety and Justice

Technology Programs

• Bachelor's Degree Completion
• Cloud Computing
• Cybersecurity Management
• Cybersecurity Analysis
• Information Technology
• Project Management

Program Details

Public Administration Certificate

The Public Administration Certificate program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of public administration principles and practices. The program consists of required courses and electives.

Required Courses

• PSPA 5000 - Introduction to Public Administration: Offered every semester
• PSPA 5010 - Public Policy Analysis: Offered every other semester
• PSPA 5020 - Public Organization Management: Offered every other semester
• PSPA 5030 - Public Budgeting & Financial Management: Offered every other semester

Electives

• BUS 5010 - Cybersecurity Management: Offered every other semester
• HR 5020 - Staffing and Career Management: Offered every other semester
• HR 5115 - Workforce Inclusion, Equity and Belonging: Currently offered in Fall 2025, with a standard schedule to be determined
• PC 5010 - Procurement Policy & Practices: Offered every semester
• PSLP 5300 - Foundations of Leadership: Offered every semester
• PSLP 5330 - Communication and Team Development: Offered every other semester
• PSLP 5500 - Contemporary Issues in Leadership: Currently offered in Fall 2025, with a standard schedule to be determined
• PSPM 5030 - Introduction to Project Management: Offered every semester

Transfer Partnership

The University of Virginia has a transfer partnership with Old Dominion University (ODU) for the Public Administration Certificate program. Students who complete the certificate program can transfer their credits to ODU's online Master of Public Administration program.

Transferable Credits

• PSPA 5000 Introduction to Public Administration: Transfers to PADM651: Administrative Theory I - The Context of Public Administration (3 credits)
• PSPA 5010 Public Policy Analysis: Transfers to PADM701: Public Policy and Evaluation (3 credits)
• PSPA 5020 Public Organization Management: Transfers to PADM652: Administrative Theory II - The Process of Public Administration (3 credits)
• PSPA 5030 Public Budgeting and Financial Management: Transfers to PADM671: Public Budgeting and Financial Management (3 credits)
• PSPA 5050 Environmental Policies and Practices: Transfers to PADM695: Advanced Topics (3 credits)

Student Support

The University of Virginia provides various support services for students, including:

• Student Success Resources: Admitted students have access to supportive staff who will help them through the enrollment process and develop custom program plans.
• Technology Support: Students have access to 24/7 technology support through Canvas and the UVA Information Technology Services team.
• Mental Health Care: Enrolled students have access to TimelyCare, a 24/7 virtual mental health care service.
• Career Resources: Certificate students have access to a suite of career resources, including job prep guidance, career-specific communities, and job search platforms.