This is an interdisciplinary program in the College of Arts and Behavioral Sciences that emphasizes public sector and non-profit agency administration and leadership. The objective of the Master of Arts?Public Administration?is to provide educational and professional development for people employed in, or seeking employment and advancement to, leadership positions in the public or private sectors; such as those in criminal justice,?governmental,?human services, or public and non-profit agency administration and leadership,?college and university student affairs,?and for students of public affairs. The program is designed and primarily intended for those who have earned baccalaureate degrees in liberal arts, criminal justice, political science and other social sciences. Those who have earned degrees in other disciplines are welcome to apply. However, those seeking advanced training in business administration should consider the Master of Business Administration at SVSU.

The?Public Administration?program produces value for the region, state,?national, international,?and society by preparing highly qualified and skilled public?sector?administrators who contribute to the betterment of a culturally-diverse workplace and by providing intellectual and experiential opportunities that enrich the lives of people.