Overview
Key facts
The Master of Public Administration (MPA) is the primary professional degree for the public and nonprofit sector. The MPA program develops skills and techniques used by leaders and managers to implement policies, projects, and programs in public-serving organizations. As a general management degree, the MPA is similar to the Masters of Business Administration, except the MPA focuses on the finance and management of government agencies, nonprofit organizations, philanthropic institutions, and healthcare providers rather than for-profit corporations. If you are strongly motivated to be an effective, ethical and innovative organizational leader working for the betterment of your community, the MPA degree is your best choice.
Why study Public Administration at Grand Valley State University?
- Our program, located adjacent to downtown Grand Rapids, has a myriad of partnerships throughout West Michigan which provide internships and service learning opportunities. This ensures our students get networked with leaders of various local public, private and nonprofit sector organizations.
- Student with any undergraduate major can enter the MPA program. Over a five year period, students came to us with 104 different undergraduate majors. The top 10 majors were Criminal Justice, Psychology, Public & Nonprofit Administration, Political Science, Sociology, Social Work, Liberal Studies, Advertising & Public Relations, International Relations, and Health Professions.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Foundations of Public Service
- Research Methods
- Human Resources in Organizations
- Organization Theory
- Public Management Seminar
- Public Financial Administration
- Metropolitan Politics and Administration
- Strategic Management and Planning
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Allendale, United States
Disciplines
Public Administration View 610 other Masters in Public Administration in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A completed graduate application.
- A $30 non-refundable application fee unless the applicant has previously applied to Grand Valley State University and has paid this fee.
- An official transcript from each undergraduate and graduate institution.
- Three references from informed sources.
- An essay on career and educational objectives (250 to 750 words).
- A resume
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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22860 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 762 USD per credit during 12 months. -
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In-State
22860 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 762 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Allendale
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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Scholarships Information
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