All Public Sector Degree Programs & Certifications
Governing U is an index of public sector management and policy degrees from universities across the country. It provides a single source for browsing offerings from Master of Public Administration (MPA) , the Master of Public Policy (MPP) and the Executive MPA and certificate and other professional programs designed specifically for the education needs of working professionals in public service. Each entry includes a description of program offerings in the schools' own words. Governing U’s unique map interface also allows you to see the national landscape for public service grad programs and select schools for a closer look by geography
GOVERNING U helps you help map your way to an advanced professional degree focused on public service. The index provides a guide to schools and programs across the country that offer degrees and certificates for those already active in or pursuing public sector careers. The three most common degree types are the Master of Public Administration (MPA) , the Master of Public Policy (MPP) and the Executive MPA , which is designed to recognize the experience of mid career professionals and is scheduled around their work schedules. Many schools also offer certificate and other professional programs designed specifically for the education needs of the working professionals in the arena.
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Degree Programs By State
Featured Schools
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- University of Kansas-Lawrence
- The University of Kansas School of Public Affairs and Administration offers both academic and workplace-based professional development education to strengthen the provision of public services in society. We prepare leaders and link KU resources to the challenges of public management through service and research. We offer degrees at the master’s (MPA), doctoral (PhD) and undergraduate levels. Through our collaboration with the Public Management Center, we offer a variety of professional development programs for public sector professionals.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- University of Kentucky-Lexington
- At the Martin School, we are dedicated to preparing leaders and producing research to improve lives, communities and organizations throughout Kentucky and across the world. Our professional degree programs launch students into careers with public, private, and nonprofit organizations prepared to confront the important and challenging issues facing our cities, states and nation.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- University of Maryland-College Park
- The University of Maryland School of Public Policy is one of the nation's leading graduate programs devoted to the study of public policy, management and international affairs. Neither a behemoth nor a niche program, we are a medium sized school with big ideas and small classes. We have become a major player in a short period of time, and we are still rapidly growing in size and influence.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
- The Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan exists to offer outstanding education for leadership in public policy analysis and public management and to excel in social science research that illuminates public policy issues and promotes better public policy. We know that education, research, and public service depend on one another. Teaching and public service draw us into the policy world, posing challenges that sharpen and strengthen our research agenda. In turn, the research carried out by our faculty – covering an extensive array of policy topics – enriches the education we provide and guides our direct contributions to public service.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
- The University of Minnesota ’s commitment to public affairs leadership back to the very first president, William Watts Folwell. In his inaugural address in 1869, Folwell said that it was the University’s obligation to teach public affairs. He emphasized the need for “special instruction of our public servants.”
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- Established by the University of Missouri Board of Curators in May, 2001 the creation of the Harry S Truman School of Public Affairs represented a major commitment to public affairs education, research, and public service on the Columbia campus. Since 2001, the School has added faculty, redesigned the MPA Program, initiated an interdisciplinary Ph. D. program, and significantly increased research, public service, and outreach activities.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- University of Missouri-Kansas City
- Graduates of the Master of Public Administration have the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively and ethically lead and manage dynamic public service organizations.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- University of Missouri-St. Louis
- The Public Policy Administration Program has grown over the years to encompass three nationally recognized component areas: Master of Public Policy Administration, Nonprofit Management and Leadership Program and Certificate, Local Government Partnership and Management Certificate.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- The University of Nebraska Public Policy Center provides a unique opportunity for policy makers and researchers to work together to address the challenges of local, state, and federal policy. Center researchers combine professional expertise with rigorous academic methods and a commitment to stakeholder involvement. The Center brings commitment to the collaborative and timely processes and outcomes. Public Policy Center researchers come from diverse disciplines, including: Business, Economics, Family and Consumer Sciences, Law, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology. Faculty and staff are dedicated to employing their disciplinary approaches, along with the expertise of policymakers, and the voices of stakeholders, to create responsive public policy.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- University of Nebraska-Omaha
- Home of top-ten ranked academic programs with rigorous accreditation standards, the School of Public Adminstration is a national leader in public service education. We provide a range of academic degrees and professional certifications; we generate significant research that impacts government, industry and nonprofit organizations; and we engage students and faculty directly with relevant professional communities. In short, this School is on the frontier of creating and transmitting knowledge.
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