University · Lagos State
Admission requirements for Public Administration at Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos State, Lagos State.
In addition to UTME requirements,the prospective candidate for a 4-year degree programme is expected to have obtained credit passes in five Senior Secondary Certificate (SSC) subjects or its equivalent including English Language, Mathematics, Government or Civic Education or History, Economics and any other social sciences or art subjects at not more than two sittings
Public Administration equips students with a thorough understanding of government operations, public policy formulation, bureaucratic management, and the principles guiding effective service delivery in Nigeria. Students explore subjects such as organisational theory, public financial management, administrative law, human resources in the public sector, and intergovernmental relations. The programme develops graduates who can navigate the complexities of governance at federal, state, and local government levels. Career opportunities are abundant across the civil service, local government administration, public policy consultancy, and non-governmental organisations driving developmental initiatives. Graduates may also pursue membership with the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria or align with bodies such as the Nigerian Institute of Management, enhancing their professional standing and career advancement prospects considerably.