BS Public Administration

The Bachelor of Science program in Public Administration is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of the public sector. It provides a well-rounded education that includes both a liberal arts education through the University’s Core Curriculum, as well as specialized knowledge in the areas of public services, politics, economics, and social issues.

One of the primary goals of the program is to provide students with a strong liberal arts foundation, which is essential for success in any field. This foundation includes courses in a variety of disciplines, such as literature, history, philosophy, and mathematics, and helps students develop critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills.

Another important goal of the program is to ensure that students have a thorough understanding and appreciation of the political, social, and economic aspects of public services. This includes courses that cover topics such as public policy, public finance, public personnel management, and the legal framework of public administration. By gaining a deep understanding of these issues, students are better prepared to analyze and address the complex challenges facing the public sector.

Finally, the Bachelor of Science program in Public Administration is designed to prepare students for entry and middle-level professional positions in the public sector. This includes positions in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and other public service organizations. Students learn practical skills such as budgeting, strategic planning, program evaluation, and leadership, which are essential for success in these roles.

Objectives

Conduct research on different case studies: Public administration involves dealing with complex issues and challenges. Conducting research on different case studies will help in understanding the different approaches and strategies adopted in different scenarios.
Read relevant government reports and policy documents: The Pakistani government regularly publishes reports and policy documents on various aspects of public administration and public policy. These documents can provide a comprehensive understanding of the operational aspects of public administration in Pakistan.
Participate in team-building activities: Participating in team-building activities can help in developing interpersonal and managerial skills, as it involves working with others towards a common goal and learning how to effectively communicate and collaborate.
Participate in community service activities: Participating in community service activities can help students to develop a public service perspective by providing practical experience in serving and helping others.

Eligibility

(I) for Students 12-Years Education

A minimum of 45% in Intermediate (FA/FSC/ICS/I.COM) or a comparable certification approved by IBCC is required.
Candidates who have completed ‘A’ levels must provide an equivalence certificate from the Inter Board Committee of Chairman in Islamabad
Candidates with less than 45% marks can be admitted after completing the “Zero Semester“.

(II) For Students with a 14-Year Education (Entry Route)

Minimum 45% marks in 14 years of education obtained from a university or institute recognized by HEC.
The Equivalence Committee will determine, on a case-by-case basis, the number of courses required to complete a BS degree as well as the duration of the residency.

Course Exemption

Students who have already completed 14 years of education and those wishing to transfer their credit hours from other universities are eligible for course exemption.

Degree Duration

This program is a four-year full-time course, divided into eight semesters, each semester has at least 18 weeks for teaching and examinations.

Study Scheme

Semester 1

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Credit Hours
CS101	Introduction to Computing	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG101	English Comprehension	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT101	English Comprehension	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MTH302	Business Mathematics & Statistics	Required	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
PAK301	Pakistan Studies	Required	2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
ETH202	Ethics (for Non-Muslims)	Elective	2 (Theory:2), Practical:0)
ISL202	Islamic Studies	Elective	2 (Theory:2), Practical:0)
VU001	Introduction to e-Learning	Required	1 (Theory:1), Practical:0)

Semester 2

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Pre Requisite	Credit Hours
ECO401	Economics	Required		3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ENG201	Business and Technical English Writing	Required		3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT111	Introduction to Public Administration	Required		3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT211	Introduction To Business	Required		3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
STA301	Statistics and Probability	Required	MTH302	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)

Semester 3

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Pre Requisite	Credit Hours
ECO402	Microeconomics	Required		3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MCM301	Communication skills	Required	ENG101 ENG201	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT401	Financial Accounting II	Required	MGT101	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT502	Organizational Behaviour	Required		3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT503	Principles of Management	Required		3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)

Semester 4

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Pre Requisite	Credit Hours
ACC501	Business Finance	Required	MGT101	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
ECO403	Macroeconomics	Required	ECO401 ECO402	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
IT430	E-Commerce	Required	CS101	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT501	Human Resource Management	Required	MGT503	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT603	Strategic Management	Required	MGT211	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)

Semester 5

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Pre Requisite	Credit Hours
ENG301	Business Communication	Required	ENG101 ENG201	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MCM401	Fundamentals of Public Relations	Required	MGT111 MCM301	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT201	Financial Management	Required	ACC501 MGT101	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT301	Principles of Marketing	Required		3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGMT611	Human Relations (alt. code=HRM611)	Required		3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT601	SME Management	Required	MGT503	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)

Semester 6

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Pre Requisite	Credit Hours
MGMT623	Leadership & Team Management – MGMT623 (alt. code=HRM623)	Required	MGMT611 MGT502 MGT503	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGMT625	Change Management	Required	MGT502 MGT503	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT402	Cost & Management Accounting	Required	MGT101	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT610	Business Ethics	Required	MGT211	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
PAD603	Governance, Democracy and Society	Required		3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
SOC101	Introduction to Sociology	Required	MGMT611	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)

Semester 7

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Pre Requisite	Credit Hours
MGMT628	Organizational Development (alt. code=HRM628)	Required	MGT502 MGT503	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGMT630	Knowledge Management	Required	MGT503	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT510	Total Quality Management (alt. code=MGMT510)	Required	MGT503	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT613	Production / Operations Management	Required	MGT503	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
PSY101	Introduction to Psychology	Required	MGMT611	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
STA630	Research Methods	Required	STA301 MTH302	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)

Semester 8

Course Code	Subject Title	Type	Pre Requisite	Credit Hours
HRM624	Conflict Management	Required	MGMT611 MGMT625	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
HRM627	Human Resource Development	Required	MGT501 MGT502 MGT503	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT520	International Business	Required	MGT211 ENG301	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT602	Entrepreneurship	Required	MGT503	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
MGT611	Business & Labor Law	Required	MGT211	3 (Theory:3), Practical:0)
PAD619	Final Project-Public Administration	Elective	STA630	3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PADI619	Internship Report-Public Administration	Elective		3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)

Assessment of Study Progress

The student’s academic progress evaluation is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester, including assignments, online quizzes, Graded Discussion Boards (GDBs), and mid-term and final term exams. The mid and final-term exams are conducted at VU’s designated exam centers and typically account for 80-85% of the total marks for a course.

Project or Internship

Students must complete a final year project of 3 Credit Hours, BS in Business Administration program. Students must consult their advisor before selecting a final project. They must submit a written report and may be asked to present it.
Internship course students must complete a 6 to 8-week internship in an organization and obtain an internship letter from that organization. Students who are currently employed are exempt from the internship requirement but must submit a project

Degree Awarded

In order to be awarded a BS degree program, a student must complete at least 134 credit hours of coursework with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.0 out of 4.

Fee Structure

Degree Program	Admission Fee	Registration Fee	Security Fee	Admission Processing Fee	Semester Enrollment Fee	Per credit hour fee	Fee of Convocation	Fee payable at admission
BS	3,000	2,500	2,000	500	1,000	935	2,000	11,905

Semester Fee

Semester fee Approximately Rs. 17000/-

Fee Structure for Overseas

Disclaimer

The courses are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date with those taught at top universities, taking into account the needs of local industry and the job market.
The University may change its fee structure from time to time.