Public Sector Human Resources Management
Specialization in Public Sector Human Resources Management
Program Affiliation: Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) / PhD in Public Administration
Overview:
This targeted specialization focuses on workforce management within government and nonprofit organizational contexts. It addresses civil service regulations, public equity, talent acquisition, and labor relations using evidence-informed decision-making.
What You Will Study:
The curriculum includes current issues in public administration research and practice, ethical decision-making, and advanced research instrumentation. Students learn to apply empirical investigation methods to solve human capital challenges specific to the public sector environment.
Graduation Requirements:
Completion of 60 credit hours within a 7-year timeline.
Passing the Candidacy Qualifying Examination upon completing coursework.
Successful oral defense of the multi-chapter Dissertation Proposal.
Complete IRB approval before initiating any data collection process.
Successful oral presentation and defense of the final dissertation manuscript.
YOUR DOCTORAL PATH:
Accelerated or Global Pricing
Clear structure, predictable cost, and guided completion
Accelerated Doctoral Programs for Experienced Professionals
Earn a rigorous doctorate while continuing your career. Qualified students can complete their degree in as little as 20 months through structured programs designed for experienced professionals.
- Live coaching + personalized feedback each session
- Completion possible in as little as 20 months
- Structured doctoral curriculum with research supervision
- Programs in business, technology, public administration, and education
Affordable Doctoral Education for a Global Community
Expand opportunities without financial strain. Pay-as-you-go, transparent tuition. Students come from around the world.
- Regional Economic Tiers (Pricing Zones)
- Accessible Tuition
- Predictive Cost
A Smarter Path to Your Doctorate Starts Here
Turn your experience into a recognized credential through a clear, faculty-guided doctoral journey.
* Begin your journey with a simple, guided application process.
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