PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND PUBLIC MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE
How to Apply for the Certificate Program
The Certificate in Public Administration and Public Management is designed for undergraduate students who are interested in developing leadership skills or wish to enhance their degree in an existing major at ASU; working adults who may wish to further their education yet may not be looking for a degree program; or BIS students who seek to combine certificates with their degree.
There are different application requirements, depending on your enrollment status with ASU. Students are also encouraged to schedule an appointment with the undergraduate academic adviser in the School of Public Affairs.
Undergraduate Students Currently Enrolled at ASU
Current students interested in earning the certificate must complete a Request to Add an Undergraduate Certificate and return it to the undergraduate academic advisor in the School of Public Affairs in the University Center on the Downtown Phoenix campus. Students may begin taking courses before they formally register for the certificate; however, they are encouraged to complete the paperwork as soon as possible.
Download the Request to Add an Undergraduate Certificate
Individuals Not Currently Enrolled at ASU
Individuals who are not currently enrolled as students at Arizona State University must complete an application to enroll as a Non-Degree Seeking student before they may begin taking courses. For information on admissions and to complete an application, visit the university’s Non-Degree Student Admissions page.
Once students have been admitted, they are eligible to enroll in courses to complete the certificate program. Students must also complete a Request to Add an Undergraduate Certificate and return it to the undergraduate academic advisor in the School of Public Affairs in the University Center on the Downtown Phoenix campus. Students may begin taking courses before they formally register for the certificate; however, they are encouraged to complete the paperwork as soon as possible.
Non-Degree Student Admissions
Download the Request to Add an Undergraduate Certificate
Questions? Please contact the School of Public Affairs at 602-496-0450 or email spa@asu.edu.
Students may begin taking courses before they formally register for the certificate; however, they should apply for admission as soon as possible. Applications can be downloaded online.
