Doctor of Public Administration
Kennedy University

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OBJECTIVES
To prepare doctoral students for advanced leadership roles in public administration with a strong foundation in divinity and ethical values.
To empower students to integrate theological principles into public administration practices and contribute to positive societal change.
ACADEMIC CURRICULUM
DDPA 101    US Foreign Policy    4
DDPA 102    Religion & Global Politics    4
DDPA 103    US-China Relations    4
DDPA 104    US Foreign Policy    4
DDPA 105    Grand Strategy & Military Operations    4
DDPA 106    Maritime Security    4
DDPA 107    International Organizations    4
DDPA 108    International Political Economy    4
DDPA 109    International Security    4
DDPA 110    International Relations & Cyber Politics    4
DDPA 111    Christian Ethics & The Law of Armed Conflict    4
DDPA 112    Public Budgeting & Taxation Policy    4
DDPA 113    International Political Economy    4
DDPA 114    Critical Infra Protection/Resilience    4
DDPA 115    Leadership & Administrative Ethics    4
DDPA 116    Middle East Politics    4
DDPA 117    Politics of East Asia    4
DDPA 118    Politics of South and Southeast Asia    4
DDPA 119    Islamic Political Thought    4
DDPA 120    Democracy & Development    4
DDPA 121    Political Parties & Institutions    4
DDPA 122    Religion & Global Politics    4
DDPA 123    US Foreign Policy    4
DDPA 124    Public Budgeting & Taxation Policy    4
DDPA 125    American Political Traditions    4
DDPA 126    Terrorism & Homeland Defense    4
DDPA 127    Constitutational Law & Policy I    4
DDPA 128    Presidency    4
DDPA 129    Congress    4
DDPA 130    Political Parties & Institutions    4
DDPA 131    Dissertation    8
DDPA 132    PRACTICUM    8

    ( Necessary Credits for Graduating )    43 
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of the program, doctoral students will be able to:

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of public administration theories, policy analysis, and governance.
Apply ethical and moral principles to complex decision-making within public policy and administration, emphasizing divinity-centered values.
Conduct original research in public administration and contribute to the development of innovative policies and practices informed by theological insights.
Formulate and implement public policies that promote social justice, equity, and compassion within diverse communities.
Analyze and address contemporary public administration challenges and opportunities from a divinity-based perspective.
Lead and inspire teams within public sector organizations, fostering a culture of ethical leadership and public service.
Contribute to the academic community by publishing research in the field of divinity in public administration.
Engage in lifelong learning, professional development, and the application of divinity-centered principles in the practice of public administration.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for admission must hold a Master's or equivalent degree from university or college with at least a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 (4.00 scale). 
REQUIRED CREDITS
43 credits or more
SPECIAL CREDIT RECOGNITION POLICY 
Field experiences, such as participation in religious activities, work experience, and field activities, may qualify for special credit recognition. Additionally, prior learning may be evaluated for credit beyond standard coursework.
FAITH BASED EDUCATION
Kennedy University offers only educational programs that prepare students for religious vocations as ministers, professionals, or laypersons in the categories of ministry, counseling, theology, education, administration, music, fine arts, media communications, or social work.