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O'Neill School of Public & Environmental Affairs · B.S.P.A.
A Bachelor of Science in Public Financial Management degree teaches undergraduates the financial management skills needed to tackle the budgets of public or private organizations. Students in this degree will study topics similar to those taught in business finance programs but with a focus on the public sector.
This degree will cover government and nonprofit accounting, auditing, and taxation—and you’ll have opportunities to explore global approaches to public finance by studying abroad.
Finance · Government, Politics, and Public Service · Nonprofit, Philanthropy, and Fundraising
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Official program information from IU Explore Programs · Last checked Oct. 2026. Ratings and reviews are from College Actually students. College Actually is independent and not affiliated with Indiana University.
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Whole school, not this major · 2023–24 graduates
Employed (full- or part-time) or continuing their education: 98%
O'Neill School, all undergraduates whose status is known
82% knowledge rate.
Source: O'Neill Career Services: Undergraduate Career Outcomes
Whole school, not this major · 2023–24 graduates
Median salary across all sectors: $53k
O'Neill School, all undergraduates
Source: O'Neill Career Services: Undergraduate Career Outcomes
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