Master of Public Administration (MPA)

Ball State University

If you already have a bachelor’s degree and want to prepare for a career in public management at a government agency or nonprofit organization, then a master of public administration (MPA) is the right choice for you. Our program blends the study of politics and administration with the techniques of modern management. Learning outcomes include:a theoretical understanding and practical awareness of public policya grasp of the principles of management and administration in the public sectoran understanding of the techniques of modern managementan understanding of how public service values such as integrity and accountability should guide decision makingan ability to gather data, correctly analyze it, and apply the analysis to produce policy and program recommendationswriting, speaking, and listening skills appropriate for intra-organizational and inter-organizational communication

College of Sciences and Humanities