BBA Concentration in Public Administration
Overview
The UAE is a federation of seven Emirates with a Federal government overseeing certain key areas of government function that are representative of a nation state. The major functions that the Federal government discharges include External Affairs, Defense, National Security and Post and Telegraph besides a few others. The seat of the federal government is in the capital city of Abu Dhabi which is also the largest Emirate. Each Emirate has its own government mainly looking after law and order, municipal functions, industry and trade. All these functions are carried out through ministries and departments of the government both at the federal as well as the emirates level. Planning, Policy and implementation of government programs are the responsibility of these departments. In the present global scenario these government organizations function with high degree of efficiency and professionalism.
To maximize the social welfare and optimization of resources, public administration activities are key elements wherein the efficiency of administrative service plays an important role. The human resources development is essential to provide effective service to the community. BBA with concentration in Public Administration focuses on training manpower for effective administration, urban management, formulating policy and implementation, managing environment and public sector activities. It also focuses on developing manpower for disaster management and E-Governance
Goals
PLG1 - Demonstrate knowledge and its application for business management.
PLG2 - Develop skills to manage business effectively.
PLG3 - Enhance competencies for effective decision making in business management.
PLG4 - Embed values to manage and sustain businesses.
PLG5 - Develop strategies to lead business towards success.
Students Outcomes (Program Learning Outcomes)
Public Administration Concentration Learning Outcomes (CoLOs)
Industries
Federal Government Organizations
Various Ministries in UAE
Government organizations in UAE
Foreign Diplomat
Typical Job Titles
Federal Government & Ministries
Public Affairs and Communications
Public Interest
Public Relations Consultant
Public Affairs Director
Non-Profit Organizations Budget and Fiscal Management
Law Enforcement Nonprofit Fundraising Nonprofit Management Consulting
Parks and Recreation Management
Urban Planning
City/County Management
Curriculum
Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisite |
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CIS1001 | Essentials of IT | 3 | NONE | Core Course |
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ENG1001 | English | 3 | NONE | Core Course |
ENG1102 | Business Communication | 3 | ENG1001 | Core Course |
GEN1001 | Core Life Skills and Happiness | 3 | NONE | Core Course |
GEN1002 | UAE Society | 3 | NONE | Core Course |
GEN1003 | Critical Thinking and Problem Solving | 3 | NONE | Core Course |
GEN2004 | General Science | 3 | NONE | Core Course |
GEN2005 / GEN2006 | Basic Arabic / Advanced Arabic | 3 | NONE | Core Course |
GEN2007 | Islamic Culture | 3 | NONE | Core Course |
GEN2008 | Innovation Entrepreneurship and Sustainability | 3 | NONE | Core Course |
MAT1001 | Business Mathematics | 3 | NONE | Core Course |
MAT1102 | Business Statistics | 3 | MAT1001 | Core Course |
GENERAL EDUCATION CREDITS | 36 |
Admissions
Financial Support
In AY 2023-2024, more than 60% of the students received financial support towards their tuition fees.
Financial Support Options:
Meritorious Scholarship
MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) Scholarship
Sports Scholarship
Youth Empowerment Scholarship