Director's Welcome

Hello, I'm Dr. Meredith Newman, Director of the School of Public Administration at Florida International University. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to our web site.

The School of Public Administration provides a professional education in public sector and nonprofit management by offering bachelors and masters degrees in public administration. The School also offers a doctorate degree in public management. In addition to the full degrees, certificates are available in human resource policy and management and public management. The primary mission of the School is to foster excellence in education, research, and practice.

All members of the core faculty in the School of Public Administration hold Ph.D. degrees. Several faculty members hold other advanced degrees, such as a Juris Doctorate and are members of bar associations. Most faculty have extensive publication records and are nationally and internationally recognized in their fields. Several held positions in federal, state, and local government as well as in the nonprofit or profit sector. Others have extensive experience with both domestic and international organizations.

The School of Public Administration is organized to meet the needs of full-time students as well as working students by providing flexible and convenient schedules. Courses are offered in the evenings as well as in various locations throughout Miami-Dade County. The School also offers web assisted courses.

As you can see, we have a lot to offer students. If you have any questions regarding our program, please feel free to contact our staff as they would be glad to assist you. Thank you for visiting.