Overview

The Public Administration - General M.P.A. at Walden University provides a robust foundation for professionals aiming to influence policy and lead within various levels of government. This programme is specifically structured to equip students with the versatile communication and management expertise required to navigate the complexities of modern public service. By engaging with this curriculum, learners prepare for significant roles in federal, state, and local agencies as well as the nonprofit sector.

Why Public Administration - General at Walden University?

Walden University is a Certified B Corporation, reflecting a deep commitment to social responsibility and transparent, ethical practices. The programme offers a streamlined admissions process with no application fee or essay requirements, making advanced education more accessible for working professionals. Students benefit from an immersive online learning environment that allows for the immediate application of theoretical knowledge to real-world administrative challenges.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 22395 per full
National fee: USD 22395 per full
Local fee: USD 22395 per full

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of 48 quarter credits, including core coursework and a final capstone project. Modules may include:

Public Administration
Management and Communication
Public Policy Analysis
Organisational Leadership
Ethics and Social Responsibility
Financial Management
Strategic Planning
Programme Evaluation

Careers with Public Administration - General

Graduates are prepared for diverse leadership opportunities across multiple sectors. The programme focuses on developing competencies for roles within federal, state, and local government agencies. Additionally, the skills gained are highly applicable to management positions within private organisations and the global nonprofit sector, focusing on domestic and international public service initiatives.

Programme Structure

Coursesinclude:

Ethics and Social Justice
Public Policy Analysis
Finance and Budgeting for the Public Sector
Human Resources Management and Strategic Planning
Evidence-Based Evaluation Methods

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 15 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree or higher

Walden requires the following information to be considered for admission into any of its online degree programs. Admission requirements vary by program and degree level. You may need to supply additional information for certain programs and/or degrees.

Official transcript(s) of highest degree or coursework completed to date
English proficiency test scores (if applicable)
Goal statement (select master’s and doctoral programs only)

Completed application
Current résumé, when applicable
Access to a computer and the Internet

Tuition Fees

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17916 USD / year

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17916 USD / year

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17916 USD / year

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Funding

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