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Public Administration - MASTER'S (MPA)
DEGREE OVERVIEW
The mission of the Master of Public Administration program is to strengthen public decision making and the delivery of public services in a globalized and diverse society by educating students to lead and manage organizations at all levels of government and nonprofit institutions ethically, democratically, and effectively.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
This program is the largest enrolled accredited program in Texas and #No.15 in the U.S. with good reason. All three MPA programs for a master's are campus, online, and a city cohort. Our MPA programs are fully accredited by NASPAA, the international accreditation body for the MPA. Set in the dynamic Dallas-Fort Worth region, the on-campus and accelerated online programs offer tremendous opportunities for practice and learning. The unique intermix of city planning, public policy, and architecture in the program’s home college creates significant unique opportunities for students.
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- Admissions requirements and degree curriculum
- Degree information in the University Catalog
- Program accreditation
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- City, state, and federal government management
- Nonprofit management
- Economic development
- Private government consulting firms
- Government relations for private companies
- Policy analyst
- Government financial management
- Public human resource management
DEGREE OPTIONS
Online MPA
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City Cohort
On-Campus MPA
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WHY CHOOSE US?
- Fully accredited by NASPAA; one of nation’s highest-rated programs
- Unique opportunities in planning, economic development, and urban design studies in the dynamic DFW region
- Mix theory and practice with outstanding faculty and senior, experienced government managers for instructors
- Evening, weekly classes fit your busy lifestyle
- Flexibility to take online classes as necessary
- Finish in as little as two years as a part-time student
- Build your resume and networks with real-world projects during your coursework
- Graduates have the highest 10-year median salary among UT System programs
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Take the next step toward investing in yourself by learning more about our Public Administration - Master's (MPA) program.
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If you're ready, so are we. The next step is to apply. Applying for admission is easy, and we're here to work with you every step of the way.
PROGRAM CONTACT
Name:
Dr. David Coursey
Email:
info@pad.uta.edu
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Public Administration - MASTER'S (MPA)
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