Overview

The courses of the Tribal Administration and Governance program at the University of Minnesota are designed to develop the knowledge and skills you need to work as an administrator in a tribal government.

The Master of Tribal Administration and Governance (MTAG) is an applied degree designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed to work as an administrator in a tribal government. Students in the program may already serve as tribal administrators, council members, or tribal leaders. Students who currently work or aspire to work professionally in tribal governments or management positions will benefit from this program, which emphasizes both the acquisition of academic knowledge and the application of practical skills.

Acquired Skills

explain and analyze the legal, cultural, and political contours of tribal sovereignty

formulate and apply effective approaches to strategic, operational, human resource, project, and fiscal management in tribal governance contexts

demonstrate effective applied research and methodological skills regarding tribal sovereignty, governance management, and leadership

demonstrate effective communication skills regarding tribal sovereignty, governance management, and leadership

identify, analyze, and apply the leadership qualities required of tribal administrators

demonstrate the globally contextualized intercultural competencies inherently necessary for effective tribal administration and governance

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Tribal Sovereignty

Administration and Governance

Leadership and Ethics in Indigenous Community Life and Organizations

Applied Leadership and Ethics in an Indigenous Organizational Context

Advanced Tribal Administration and Governance (Human Resources)

Tribal Finance, Accounting and Budgets

Federal Indian Law

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Duluth, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

Individuals holding a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the US or a comparable degree from an officially recognized college or university outside the US may apply for admission.

Two letters of recommendation from current or former professors who can assess your potential for graduate work. Other recommenders, such as employers, are also acceptable.

Personal Statement - The personal statement should give the committee a better picture of who you are and is an opportunity to share your personal qualities.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

41512 USD / year

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Out-of-State

41512 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

18626 USD / year

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Additional Details

Tuition: $726.55 per credit

Funding

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