Public Administration (MPA)
The Public Management concentration was designed by our faculty in consultation with our Board of Advisors and the public sector community to provide our students with the foundation to become effective leaders of governmental and public service organizations. This concentration prepares you to begin or advance in careers as administrators in public sector organizations providing you with the knowledge, the values and the skills to work effectively and to administer programs in virtually any segment of the public sector. Your coursework covers the critical elements of administration, including budgeting, strategic planning, human resources, information systems, law, leadership and ethics, and multicultural competencies. We help you focus on the unique nature and needs of government organizations and gain the skills and knowledge specific to and necessary for leadership in this growing and dynamic sector. The sheer diversity of local, county, state, and federal organizations and the issues they work on means that government require leaders with a thorough understanding of the complex public sector landscape.
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
- Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (lower GPA’s will be considered based on overall strength of application
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- Two letters of recommendation
- Departmental interview may be required
- Personal statement
- Writing sample may be required
- Professional Resume/CV
- Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports
Program Requirements:
- Required Core Courses: 21 credits
- Required Courses - Concentration: 3 credits
- Electives: 12 credits
Application Deadlines:
Fall: June 30
Spring: December 1