Overview
Public Administration at Barry University focuses on research and scholarship in the public and nonprofit sectors. Scholarship is the pursuit of knowledge and truth, which resonates with the authentic Dominican heritage of our institution. The pursuit of truth necessitates a steadfast commitment to establishing an inclusive and collaborative society working toward the public good.
Mission
Students in the MPA program with interest in the nonprofit sector have an opportunity to earn a Specialization in Nonprofit Administration. As a part of the MPA program, the specialization provides the distinctive administrative skills necessary for success in nonprofit organizations, The specialization, intended for new and current Barry University graduate students, provides students with the knowledge required to advance in nonprofit organizations. The specialization offers face-to-face, hybrid, and fully online modalities
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Graduate Writing & Research (non-credit)
- Public Administration
- Theories, Principles, and Practice of Public Administration
- Research Methodologies
- Values and Ethics in Public Administration
- Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation
- Seminar In Public Financial Administration
- Seminar in Public Human Resources Administration
- Philanthropy and Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations
- Human Resources for Nonprofit Organizations
- Non-Profit Administration
- Productivity Improvement in the Public Sector
- Leadership in Public Purpose Organizations
- Strategic Planning and Budgeting for Nonprofit Organizations
- Nonprofit Program Evaluation
- Public Law and Administration
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Business Administration Public Administration View 1739 other Masters in Business Administration in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Most programs require a $30 nonrefundable application fee. This fee is waived for Barry alumni or those referred by Barry alumni.
- You must submit complete official transcripts from every college or university attended, regardless of whether or not a degree was completed. If you previously attended Barry University, you do not need to re-submit any transcripts already on file.
- Submit a statement of purpose (goals) or career narrative statement as required by the specific school.
- Provide the required recommendations in support of graduate study.
- Supply current admission entrance examination scores (EAT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MAT, MCAT), as required by the individual school or program. In general, test scores older than five years will not be accepted.
Tuition Fee
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International
35640 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 990 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
35640 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 990 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for North Miami
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.