The Graduate Program in
Public Policy and Administration

The Graduate Program in Public Policy and Administration offers an exciting professional degree opportunity for students interested in a public service career. The program draws together the diverse perspectives, technologies and skills now essential to a successful career in public management or in one of the many fields within the public policy arena. Unlike programs with a more limited focus, ours provides skills necessary for management and budgeting, as well as analytical tools helpful for understanding the economic implications of policy choices, evaluating policy options, developing political strategies for advancing proposals, and conducting/assessing research projects. Additionally, consideration of ethics and the public good is infused throughout the curriculum.

Some students may also wish to persue our certificates/concentrations in Collaborative Governance or Judicial Administration.

The 2007-2008 Assessment Report is now available. We welcome you to view this important document.

Summer Office Hours

May 31 - August 29, 2008
Monday - Friday 8:30 - 12:30 & 1:00 - 2:30
(Due to circumstances beyond our control, the office may be unexpectedly closed from time to time this summer. Please call before stopping by in person 916-278-6557.)

Sac State Magazine recently published an article about our Chair, Rob Wassmer, entitled "Rob Wassmer has Issues."

Read our current newsletter, The Communicator.

For admissions advising, please contact:
Rob Wassmer, Ph.D. by email or phone 916/278-6304.