Public Administration, MPA

Arizona State University - Kaplan International

This degree is taught by one of the USA’s top-rated public affairs schools: ASU’s School of Public Affairs. It will help you to understand and address society's grandest challenges in public management, policy, and governance. ASU ranks No. 5 for best graduate public management and leadership program by U.S. News & World Report, 2024. The Master of Public Administration program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead and manage in the public sector. It emphasizes the development of competencies in management, public policy analysis, administrative leadership and the ethical governance of public institutions. The program offers a strong foundation in public service values, organizational behavior, budgeting and program evaluation. With a flexible curriculum, students can tailor their studies to focus on areas such as nonprofit management, urban affairs or policy implementation. ASU's MPA program is known for its interdisciplinary approach and its alignment with the challenges faced by contemporary public administrators, fostering innovation and evidence-based decision-making.

Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions