Master of Public Administration / Strategic Public Management & Leadership
Northern Illinois University

Program Details

Gain advanced skills in public management with this Master of Public Administration online degree focused on Strategic Public Management and Leadership. With a 100% online program, you can enjoy flexibility while completing your degree. By taking two courses per semester, you can achieve your graduate degree in less than three years.

In this online Public Administration degree, you will learn about management theories related to working in the public sector. Courses teach you topics in personnel management, budgeting, and financial management, all tailored to public administration. Graduates will possess key leadership skills and the ability to strategically plan for the future.

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Northern Illinois University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Official College Transcript(s)

Additional Info

  • Applicants must have at least two years of employment in local government & at least one undergraduate course in U.S. government.