PROGRAM BENEFITS

By offering this program online, UIC’s Department of Public Administration aims to provide an accessible program for working professionals. At a total of 12 credit hours, even part-time students can quickly complete the e-Government certificate. Additionally, working students benefit from the scheduling flexibility which online and blended formats provide.

A wide array of public administrators can benefit from the UIC e-Government certificate. Students with technical backgrounds can benefit from project management and policy knowledge while students with management backgrounds are provided with an overview of the various technologies and their applications in government. Students can tailor their coursework by choosing any three of five certificate courses. Further, courses may be completed in any order to earn the certificate.

Who Should Apply?
The e-Government certificate program is ideal for public administrators at the local, state or federal level who:

• Hold a management position and seek a better understanding of information technology applications in government
• Hold an information technology position and seek a better understanding of management or policy as related to e-Government
• Seek to build on their experience and knowledge
• Wish to prepare for a career transition
• Are interested in the strategic development, implementation and management of technology in the public sector

UIC is committed to training professionals in a wide range of public service disciplines and addressing the challenges and opportunities facing not only Chicago but also all great cities of the 21st century, as expressed by our Great Cities Commitment. We invite you to take advantage of the unique learning opportunity we offer in the area of e-Government.