Certificate in Public Administration

Certificate of Advanced Study

The Certificate of Advanced Study in Public Administration is a one-semester graduate program for midcareer managers seeking to hone their leadership skills or develop a new area of policy expertise. Eligible applicants must have 7 or more years of mid-level professional experience, including management responsibilities and some public sector work preferred.  Many managers study in the program to prepare them for a higher-level position.  Students complete four courses or 12 credits of public administration course work, including the Midcareer Seminar (PPA 895). With careful advisement, students select the remaining 3 courses from the extensive coursework offered in the Public Administration Department.  It is also possible to complete the Certificate on a part-time basis.

The Certificate in Public Administration may be completed independently of or as part of  the master degree program. All credits earned for the certificate may be applied toward the Executive MPA degree.

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