Program Details
Learn how to develop policies and effectively manage public administration resources with Capella University’s online Master of Public Administration program. You have the option to fast track your degree program and earn your online Master of Public Administration (MPA) in as little as 18 months, with the ability to transfer up to 25% of your program from previous work.
Designed around national public administration curriculum standards, your coursework will focus on building public value by: establishing collaborative networks; promoting ethical performance standards; enhancing professional communication skills; and crafting innovative solutions to public protection, policy and governance challenges.
Capella is a member of the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA) – a global standard in public service education – ensuring your degree is highly recognized and respected. Moreover, our faculty all hold doctoral degrees and have leadership experience in world-class public service and non-profit organizations.
With your online MPA degree from Capella, you'll learn to manage public administration resources effectively while developing solutions based on citizen involvement, informed decision making and leadership. You'll also develop and implement public administration policies and administrative processes.
Common jobs with a Master's in General Public Administration degree include: adjunct or part-time faculty, analyst, city manager, economic development manager, fundraising and development manager, government relations manager, human services manager, nonprofit manager, parks and recreation manager, political leader, social service provider, and administrator. Potential workplaces include: consulting firm, educational institution, government, International organization, land-based or online college or university, nonprofit organization, political association, research organization, think tank, and trade group.
Requirements
Your program of enrollment determines the admission requirements.
Basic requirements for all programs:
- Admission application and non-refundable $50 application fee
- Acknowledgement agreement
- All applicants must understand, read, speak, and write fluently in English
- Official transcript(s) from previous institutions for degree and post-degree coursework, if applicable
- Minimum GPA as defined by your program
Minimum level of education required:
- Must have a bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency or an internationally recognized institution
School Accreditation Statement
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
- Higher Learning Commission: www.hlcommission.org, 800.621.7440
- Capella University, Capella Tower, 225 South Sixth Street, Ninth Floor, Minneapolis, MN 55402, 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552), www.capella.edu