Welcome to the Master of Public Administration (MPA)

You have a deep commitment to public service and your community and are ready to step into a role where you can make an impact. The Master of Public Administration (MPA) is a professional degree that prepares you for a career in management of government and nonprofit organizations to do just that.  Students have the option to complete a thesis or an internship within a non-profit or government setting to complete their capstone course, letting you customize the degree to your needs and interests. Develop the ability to organize information and ideas and to communicate them effectively, both in written reports and oral presentations. Analyze the ethical considerations confronting public and nonprofit organizations serving diverse communities in an evolving world. 

Career Path

Graduates of the Master of Public Administration program can look forward to rewarding careers in a wide variety of governmental and nonprofit organizations. Roles includes; Emergency Management Director, Operations Research Analyst, Human Resources Manager, Postsecondary Education Administrator.