Program Overview
The online Master of Public Administration (MPA) program is designed to prepare individuals for leadership opportunities in public governance, law enforcement, as well as non-governmental organizations including the nonprofit sector. The MPA student will acquire professional knowledge and practical skills in organizational leadership, public policy development, political strategy for problem-solving, finance for decision-making, stakeholder engagement with diverse populations, and values-based ethics.
Program Highlights
Relevant knowledge and skills for effective leadership in a variety of organizational settings
A practical blend of theory and real-world application of relevant principles
Evaluation of decision-making processes using biblical concepts and values-based ethics
Graduates leave prepared for leadership careers in multiple fields, or to continue with doctoral studies
Credits & Cost
36
REQUIRED MAJOR CREDITS
CREDIT EQUIVALENCIES
$680
COST PER CREDIT
EST PROGRAM COST
$24,480
ESTIMATED MAJOR COST
AVG MONTHS TO COMPLETE
Potential Careers
Program graduates gain practical knowledge and skills and pursue careers in industries such as:
Public Works Agencies
Nonprofit Organizations
Government (Local, State, or Federal)
Public Administration
Course Requirements
Students must complete the following degree components at LAPU or via applicable transfer credits.
See the catalog for more details.
EMPHASIS OPTIONS
EMPHASIS OPTIONS
COURSES
MULTIPLE SUBJECT CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
CAPSTONE COURSES
TWO CONCENTRATIONS
HEALTH SCIENCES
ENGLISH COMMUNICATION
ARTS AND HUMANITIES
QUANTITATIVE REASONING
BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
SOCIAL SCIENCES
PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
LAPU DISTINCTIVES
HUMANITIES
GENERAL EDUCATION
PROGRAM REQUISITES
ORGS 510 || Leadership and Management in Public Administration | 3 Credits |
ORGS 540 || Conflict Resolution and Labor Negotiations | 3 Credits |
ORGS 610 || Organizational Behavior and Development | 3 Credits |
PUBA 500 || History and Theory of Public Administration | 3 Credits |
PUBA 520 || Public Finance and Budgeting | 3 Credits |
PUBA 530 || Public Personnel Management | 3 Credits |
PUBA 550 || Public Policy Analysis | 3 Credits |
PUBA 560 || Legal and Ethical Issues | 3 Credits |
PUBA 570 || Political Economy | 3 Credits |
PUBA 590 || Professional Communication in Public Administration | 3 Credits |
PUBA 600 || Public Administration Program Evaluation | 3 Credits |
PUBA 690 || Graduate Public Administration Capstone | 3 Credits |
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
36 CREDITS
ELECTIVES
TECHNICAL FOUNDATION
PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
MANAGEMENT
TOTAL CREDITS
36 CREDITS
Recommended Concentrations
Students must complete the following degree components at LAPU or via applicable transfer credits.
See the catalog for more details.
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