Master of Public Administration
The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program prepares students for leadership in public service and community improvement. The 54-credit curriculum integrates theory with practical experience, covering topics like public policy, budgeting, analytic methods, and organizational management. Students enhance their knowledge with a variety of Skill Development and Elective courses. The program includes a hands-on project, The Public Service Capstone. Listed as PA 509, this course affords you the opportunity to practice and grow essential career skills and engage in reflective practice while helping to build the capacity of a public, nonprofit or healthcare organization. It is a unique opportunity to let your knowledge serve the city through community partnership.
Executive Master of Public Administration
The Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) is a 21-month program for experienced professionals, designed to develop advanced leadership skills for tackling public challenges. It features a cohort-based learning model, distinguished faculty, and intensive field experiences. The program emphasizes reflective practice, leadership competencies, and cross-sector problem-solving. Admission requires 10+ years of work experience, and students engage in both domestic and international fieldwork to enhance their understanding of governance and equity.
Interdisciplinary Programs
Master of Public Policy
The Hatfield School of Government's leading-edge Master of Public Policy degree is designed to meet the growing demand for public policy professionals. The degree is built on the disciplinary foundations public policy studies within the fields of political science and public administration.
Graduate Certificates
Our graduate certificates are designed to provide you with the specialized skills needed for advancement in public service. We offer four certificate options in:
- Nonprofit Leadership
- Local Government Administration
- Program Evaluation and Policy Analysis
- Collaborative Governance
The following programs have been placed on moratorium
For various strategic reasons, the PA faculty has placed our Graduate Certificate for Energy Policy (GCEP) on moratorium, which is not the same as program elimination. This designation equates to a pause (up to three years). No new students will be admitted effective immediately.
The suspension of admissions will allow us to explore ways to strengthen and restructure this program to ensure sustainability and alignment with evolving academic and professional landscapes.
Graduate Certificate in Energy Policy and Management (GCEP)