It develops a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and principles of public administration while continuing our students' liberal education. As a result, graduates of the program will possess both the administrative skills and leadership abilities necessary to deal with the myriad of demands placed upon professional administrators. Our program provides a theoretically informed management degree that builds statesmen and public leaders committed to excellence and civic virtue. The MPA is an excellent professional degree for working professionals in government and nonprofit organizations, as well as for preparation in advanced graduate study in the social sciences or preparation for careers in public law, or admission for law school.

Concentrations:

• Security Studies, Intelligence and Theory

• Economic development and Intergovernmental Management

Assessment

• Competencies in public administration theory, methods, analytical thinking and professional report writing are assessed in each course in the curriculum.
• Students are systematically assessed by their thesis or applied research committee and undergo a defense of their research.
• Program assessment also takes place through alumni surveys in conjunction with program reviews.