Public Administration
Savannah, GA
Degree Overview
Master of Public Administration
South University Savannah’s Master of Public Administration program can equip you with the organizational and managerial experience needed to become a leader in local, state, and national government entities and nonprofit organizations. The MPA curriculum is developed with a range of disciplines in mind to provide both foundational and specialized information of value to anyone pursuing a career in public administration. Beyond exploring the structure of political, social, and institutional systems, the program will cover topics like data analysis, budgeting, ethical decision-making, fundraising, HR and volunteer management, and leadership – all within the context of helping public and nonprofit organizations to maximize their impact and achieve their goals.
Offered in our new Online + On Campus learning format gives you the opportunity to learn alongside your peers while also still having the capacity to meet the demands you face as a professional. The first week of the quarter is spent in the classroom, getting to know classmates and faculty, followed by an alternating schedule of one week online and one week on campus.
Offered in our new Online + On Campus learning format gives you the opportunity to learn alongside your peers while also still having the capacity to meet the demands you face as a professional. The first week of the quarter is spent in the classroom, getting to know classmates and faculty, followed by an alternating schedule of one week online and one week on campus.
Earn Your Degree
Take the Next Step in Your Public Administration Career
The MPA degree program at South University is designed to push ambitious students to their potential by combining relevant coursework and applicable experience with supportive faculty and staff and professional environment.
Course Requirements
Master of Public Administration: 48 Credits
Core: 44 Credits
MBA6501 Strategic Human Resources Management, 4 Credit Hours
MPA5001 Foundations of Public Administration, 4 Credit Hours
MPA5005 Public and Non-profit Organizational Behavior, 4 Credit Hours
MPA5010 Public and Non-profit Budgeting and Accounting, 4 Credit Hours
MPA6001 Research and Data Analysis in Public Administration, 4 Credit Hours
MPA6100 Non-profit Fundraising and Volunteer Development, 4 Credit Hours
MPA6105 Grant Writing and Contract Administration, 4 Credit Hours
MPA6110 Management of Non-profit Organizations, 4 Credit Hours
MPA6115 Program Evaluation of Public and Non-profit Organizations, 4 Credit Hours
MPA6501 State and Local Government and Intergovernmental Relations, 4 Credit Hours
MPA6505 Legislative and Judicial Process, 4 Credit Hours
Capstone: 4 Credits
MPA6999 Strategic Challenges in Public Administration, 4 Credit Hours
Note(s):
South University, Online Program offerings may not be available to residents of all states. Please contact an admissions representative for further information.
Admission Requirements
Please see the South University academic catalog for program specific admissions requirements.Outcomes
Upon completing South University’s Master of Public Administration program, you should be able to:
- Apply a broad conceptual framework to public administration issues, including economic, political, legal, and social institutions and processes that affect the actions and decisions of political leaders and public managers.
- Communicate a clear understanding of the challenges of government agencies and the multiple paths for solutions.
- Demonstrate effective teamwork and communication skills to build strategic alliances in political and administrative structures.
- Apply quantitative analysis and critical-thinking skills.
- Demonstrate attainment of discipline-specific knowledge and the practical skills to be effective in the field.
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