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 Wisconsin-Oshkosh
- University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh The Department of Public Administration provides graduate and undergraduate students with an understanding of the field of public administration and leadership skills required for public service.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- Upper Iowa University
- Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing educational excellence and leadership development to approximately 6,800 students — both nationally and internationally — at our traditional campus in picturesque Fayette, Iowa; through our various online degree programs; at our U.S. centers; through our independent study program; and at our international centers.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- Virginia Tech
- The Center for Public Administration and Policy's (CPAP's) distinguished place among programs in public administration and policy has been developed and nurtured by a remarkable faculty known across the profession and the globe for their commitment to making democracy work in a constitutional republic. Though retirements and new hires during the past four years have resulted in more than a fifty percent turnover in the CPAP faculty, our dedication to excellence, to our mission, and to our vision of the prominence and importance of CPAP in the world of scholarship and practice is stronger than ever before. We have been vigorously engaged in the strategic planning of our future, and conceptualizing the resources and faculty necessary to maintain our core commitments and achieve new ambitions across our Blacksburg, Alexandria, and Richmond programs.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- Walden University
- Whether it is at the local, state, or federal level, providing public service increasingly involves collaboration with multiple government agencies as well as private and nonprofit organizations. When you earn your master’s in public administration, you can be prepared to meet these challenges. Walden’s Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) program is designed to help you develop the advanced competencies that are essential to becoming a successful leader in public administration. Develop the skills that can prepare you for cross-sectoral governance and enable you to deliver services to citizens through plans that are transparent, efficient, and ethical. As an M.P.A. student, you can learn effective ways to balance budgets, develop and negotiate contracts, manage conflict, and build partnerships.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- Willamette University
- The Willamette MBA offers an exceptional and unique opportunity for students interested in government, not-for-management and public service. As one of only two MBA programs in the world dually accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and NASPAA (The National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration), Willamette students interested in Public and Not-for-Profit Management gain direct understanding and experience with the issues of government and not-for-profit organizations and the proven management tools of business.
- MPA
- MPP
- Exec. MPA
- L. Certs
- Wright State University
- The mission of the Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree program is to prepare students to be successful public and nonprofit administrators and managers in today's metropolitan and global environment. Classes are taught by full-time faculty, as well as distinguished public service practitioners in the greater Dayton region.
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