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- Study how to use popular social networking techniques and other modern communications as catalysts for social change.
- Explore how positive social change takes place at the community level.
- Identify and apply the skills that individuals and groups need to produce positive social change.
- Examine the major obstacles to positive social change efforts and the key features of effective strategies.
- Study how successful leaders recruit and retain volunteers.
- Develop a cross-cultural communication strategy targeting current social issues.
B.S. in Political Science and Public Administration - Public Service Through Civic Engagement
Take the opportunity to become a catalyst for positive change at the local, national, and international levels. Study the latest proven strategies for recruiting and organizing a team of qualified volunteers. You will explore the keys to developing meaningful activism through grassroots and intercultural communication and organization in the Public Service through Civic Engagement concentration.Throughout this program, you will:
M.S. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
An M.S. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership gives you the chance to prepare for a successful management career in a high-growth sector. Acquire the key skills required to provide your nonprofit with the leadership to meet society's most complex challenges. Advance your career in this important high-growth sector as you enhance your ability to create positive social change. Whatever your background, gain the management and organizational skills you need to lead diverse and complex nonprofits. Broaden your perspective of nonprofits through international themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework. Nonprofit organizations employ a sizable and increasing share of the nation's workforce, with employment growth outpacing a number of major industries. Depending on individual progress complete Walden University's program in just 18 months.
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Health Policy
Gain valuable knowledge about health delivery systems, health policy, health administration, and health finance centers so you can navigate and manage effectively and successfully in this dynamic environment. Career opportunities are predicted to expand rapidly over the next five years across the public sector spectrum. At every level—federal, state, and local—this growth trend in employment will fuel a demand for qualified managers who can lead public agencies or direct public policy organizations.* Prepare to advance your career and to meet this increasing need for public sector professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects. International themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework will broaden your perspective of public service. Depending on individual progress and credits transferred Walden's M.P.A. program can be completed in less than two years. Americans have seen radical changes in the health care industry over the past several years. *Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Career Guide to Industries, 2008–09 Edition
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Homeland Security Policy
Prepare to implement protective measures and policies without compromising individual rights and freedoms. You are equipped to effectively develop policy to protect individuals' safety and freedom with this knowledge. Across the public sector spectrum, career opportunities are predicted to expand rapidly over the next five years. At every level—federal, state, and local—this growth trend in employment will fuel a demand for qualified managers who can lead public agencies or direct public policy organizations.* Prepare to advance your career and to meet this increasing need for public sector professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects. International themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework will broaden your perspective of public service. Depending on individual progress and credits transferred, Walden's M.P.A. program can be completed in less than two years. Today's complex public safety environment demands smart policy on emergency response strategies. *Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Career Guide to Industries, 2008–09 Edition.
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Interdisciplinary Policy Studies
Gain a more thorough understanding of complex and interrelated policy challenges, including public health and safety, urban sprawl, immigration, and affordable housing. Learn to work with government and community shareholders as you broaden your public policy perspective. Career opportunities are predicted to expand rapidly over the next five years across the public sector spectrum. At every level—federal, state, and local—this growth trend in employment will fuel a demand for qualified managers who can lead public agencies or direct public policy organizations.* Prepare to advance your career and to meet this increasing need for public sector professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects. International themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework will broaden your perspective of public service. Depending on individual progress and credits transferred, Walden's M.P.A. program can be completed in less than two years. Public policy encompasses a wide range of issues from legislative rulings to homeland security.*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Career Guide to Industries, 2008–09 Edition
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Policy Analysis
Policy shapes the workings of government and its partners. This specialization will prepare you to function knowledgeably within this context and to work collaboratively to help shape public policy development and implementation. It provides a critical context within which organizations and individuals act in a democratic society. Prepare to advance your career and to meet this increasing need for public sector professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects. Across the public sector spectrum, career opportunities are predicted to expand rapidly over the next five years. At every level—federal, state, and local—this growth trend in employment will fuel a demand for qualified managers who can lead public agencies or direct public policy organizations.* International themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework will broaden your perspective of public service. Depending on individual progress and credits transferred, Walden's M.P.A. program can be completed in less than two years.*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Career Guide to Industries, 2008–09 Edition.
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Nonprofit Management and Leadership
The demand for well-educated management professionals to excel in public service continues to grow as governmental and nongovernmental institutions increasingly overlap and evolve. Excel in the public or nonprofit sector by understanding how to work with government and businesses to address shared issues. Prepare to advance your career and to meet this increasing need for public sector professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects. Career opportunities are predicted to expand rapidly over the next five years across the public sector spectrum. At every level—federal, state, and local—this growth trend in employment will fuel a demand for qualified managers who can lead public agencies or direct public policy organizations.* International themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework will broaden your perspective of public service. Depending on individual progress and credits transferred, Walden's M.P.A. program can be completed in less than two years.*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Career Guide to Industries, 2008–09 Edition.
Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - General (Course-Based)
As government and nonprofit institutions increasingly become intertwined, the Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration program prepares you to meet the challenges of governance and effective service delivery. You'll integrate scholarly research with your professional experience, gaining the knowledge, confidence, and expertise to create effective solutions. This provides you maximum flexibility by allowing you to design a program that most closely matches your personal and professional goals. The program is completed by choosing any three specialization courses from among the Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration program's specializations. Complete the General Program if you want to pursue an area of interest that is not among the specializations currently offered. The course-based option is a structured program of study comprised of online courses. You will follow a specific plan for completion and may be eligible to graduate in three years (this varies) as a student.
Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Public Management and Leadership (Course-Based)
The Public Management and Leadership specialization prepares scholar-practitioners to lead reform in public administration. Public services are being delivered through alternative nongovernmental institutions, and citizens and their elected officials are expecting more from those who manage public and nonprofit institutions. The course-based option is a structured program of study comprised of online courses. You will follow a specific plan for completion and may be eligible to graduate in three years (this varies) as a student.
Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Public Policy (Course-Based)
Public and nonprofit administrators who are intimately involved in both executive and legislative board policy and decision making play an important role in policy development and implementation. Developing and implementing forward-thinking public policy and engaging citizens in the process are critical to the health of our society. The Public Policy specialization prepares you not only to form and understand policies, but also to manage the full implementation and acceptance of them by allowing you to apply your research in practical ways.The course-based option is a structured program of study comprised of online courses. You will follow a specific plan for completion and may be eligible to graduate in three years (this varies) as a student.
Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - General (Mixed-Model)
The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration program helps learners develop new public policies and visionary plans. Public and nonprofit institutions are transforming and society is demanding professionals who are able to improve the services of organizations. Walden is ideal for ambitious learners who wish to pursue an advanced degree without sacrificing career or family. Walden's program educates students on public policy issues and social change through forward-thinking management. Study independently and work closely with a faculty mentor to apply your research to an area in which you are passionate. The mixed-model option is a more flexible program of study that includes online courses and Walden's signature Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs).
Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Public Management and Leadership (Mixed-Model)
Leaders must have the vision to create plans, develop policies and manage resources within and at the boundaries between economic sectors to have robust communities. As a result, we need leaders in public service whose practice is grounded in scientific inquiry and scholarship, and who are prepared not only to improve our democratic institutions, but also to add to our understanding of those institutions. The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration prepares you to meet the challenges of social governance and effective service delivery as government and nonprofit institutions become increasingly intertwined. Study independently and work closely with a faculty mentor to apply your research to an area in which you are passionate. The mixed-model option is a more flexible program of study that includes online courses and Walden's signature Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs).
Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Public Policy (Mixed-Model)
The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration program further educates you on critical public policy issues and the latest best practices training to promote social change through effective, forward-thinking management. Walden's doctoral study is grounded in scientific inquiry and scholarship that builds upon your existing experience. Walden's distanced delivered format via the Internet is flexible, tailored for busy public professionals like you who do not want to interrupt an important civic position and professional goals. The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration prepares you to meet the challenges of social governance and effective service delivery as government and nonprofit institutions become increasingly intertwined. Leaders must have the vision to create plans, develop policies and manage resources within and at the boundaries between economic sectors to have robust communities. As a result, we need leaders in public service whose practice is grounded in scientific inquiry and scholarship, and who are prepared not only to improve our democratic institutions, but also to add to our understanding of those institutions. This specialization prepares you not only to form and understand policies, but also to manage the full implementation and acceptance of them.Study independently and work closely with a faculty mentor to apply your research to an area in which you are passionate. The mixed-model option is a more flexible program of study that includes online courses and Walden's signature Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs).
Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Nonprofit Management and Leadership (Mixed-Model)
The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration program further educates you on critical public policy issues and the latest best practices training to promote social change through effective, forward-thinking management. Tailored for busy public professionals like you who do not want to interrupt an important civic position and professional goals, Walden's distanced delivered format via the Internet is flexible. The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration prepares you to meet the challenges of social governance and effective service delivery as government and nonprofit institutions become increasingly intertwined. This specialization investigates these issues and prepares you to become knowledgeable social change agents through scholarly inquiry, applied research and effective participation in these institutions. Leaders must have the vision to create plans, develop policies and manage resources within and at the boundaries between economic sectors to have robust communities. As a result, we need leaders in public service whose practice is grounded in scientific inquiry and scholarship, and who are prepared not only to improve our democratic institutions, but also to add to our understanding of those institutions. Walden's doctoral study is grounded in scientific inquiry and scholarship that builds upon your existing experience. Study independently and work closely with a faculty mentor to apply your research to an area in which you are passionate. The mixed-model option is a more flexible program of study that includes online courses and Walden's signature Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs).
This specialization explores how international intergovernmental organizations operate; how countries regulate, organize and foster nongovernmental activities; and how representatives of these organizations can learn from, partner with and work within organizations worldwide. Students in this specialization learn how to work effectively with nongovernmental organizations, voluntary organizations and intergovernmental organizations around the world by focusing on the effects of globalization and the cultures and sociopolitical environments of diverse nations and organizations.Study independently and work closely with a faculty mentor to apply your research to an area in which you are passionate. The mixed-model option is a more flexible program of study that includes online courses and Walden's signature Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs).
Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Health Services (Mixed-Model)
Walden's P.P.A. program with a health services specialization will help you gain valuable knowledge about health delivery systems, health policy, health administration and health finance centers, so you can manage effectively and successfully in this unique environment. The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration prepares you to meet the challenges of social governance and effective service delivery as government and nonprofit institutions become increasingly intertwined. Americans have seen radical changes in the health care industry over the past several years. They've watched it go from an independent structure to a collection of major business enterprises, which in turn have changed the way health care is delivered. Managers must quickly adapt to succeed as the health care environment changes. Leaders must have the vision to create plans, develop policies and manage resources within and at the boundaries between economic sectors to have robust communities. As a result, we need leaders in public service whose practice is grounded in scientific inquiry and scholarship, and who are prepared not only to improve our democratic institutions, but also to add to our understanding of those institutions.Study independently and work closely with a faculty mentor to apply your research to an area in which you are passionate. The mixed-model option is a more flexible program of study that includes online courses and Walden's signature Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs).
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Master of Public Administration
Kaplan University's Master of Public Administration offers you the flexibility to pursue a general Master of Public Administration or to focus on an intensive study area in health care management, governmental management, or criminal justice. The public sector needs strong, educated leaders who can make decisions that make a difference. The core curriculum teaches you how to evaluate, implement, and manage policy and spans diverse topics including public administration and management, ethics and leadership, budgeting and the administration of public funds, strategic planning, and applied research. Additionally, the program is designed to help practicing and aspiring administrators develop the skills and techniques needed to provide leadership in a wide variety of public service fields.**Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.
Advanced Start B.S. in Public Administration and Policy
Kaplan University's online advanced start program could help you earn a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration and Policy in as little as two years if you have your associate's or bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university.‡ This online degree program focuses on the study of organization, structure, and processes of government through an interdisciplinary lens. A completed bachelor's degree may give you the qualifications you need to increase your income potential and marketability in today's job market.§ Kaplan University's innovative online bachelor's degree program combines the career-oriented focus of a two-year degree with the academic curriculum of a four-year program. While pursuing your lifelong goals, you could experience the flexibility of joining the workforce.‡See University Catalog for Transfer of Credit policy.
§Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all. Paralegals are not lawyers and cannot practice law or give legal advice.
B.S. in Public Administration and Policy
The Bachelor of Science in Public Administration and Policy is designed to help students develop an understanding of the issues and challenges confronting society locally, nationally, and globally, and focuses on the study of organization, structure, and processes of government through an interdisciplinary lens. Gaining the knowledge of and skills in government process, policy, procedure, and the law could be essential for success in a wide variety of jobs.* Government and the public sector have increasingly become major players in nearly every facet of society. *Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.
A.A.S. in Public Administration and Policy
The Associate of Applied Science in Public Administration focuses on the study of organization, structure, and processes of government through an interdisciplinary lens, and is designed to help students develop an understanding of the issues and challenges confronting society locally, nationally, and globally. Gaining the knowledge of and skills in government process, policy, procedure, and the law could be essential for success in a wide variety of jobs.* Government and the public sector have increasingly become major players in nearly every facet of society. *Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.
Master of Public Administration in Government and Policy
Grand Canyon University's Master of Public Administration is targeted at individuals working or desirous of finding employment in all levels of government, health care administration, and other quasi- and/or non-governmental organizations. This program offers two emphasis areas from which students can choose: health care management and government and policy.The program prepares students for careers in the public sector. The coursework gives students the opportunity to apply administrative skills in the areas of human capital development, leadership, policy, and governance within a public sector environment. Students will be challenged to identify and provide solutions for the unique issues facing public sector organizations today.
Master of Public Administration in Health Care Management
Grand Canyon University's Master of Public Administration is targeted at individuals working or desirous of finding employment in all levels of government, health care administration, and other quasi- and/or non-governmental organizations. The program prepares students for careers in the public sector. This program offers two emphasis areas from which students can choose: health care management and government and policy. The coursework gives students the opportunity to apply administrative skills in the areas of leadership, human capital development, policy, and governance within a public sector environment. Students will be challenged to identify and provide solutions for the unique issues facing public sector organizations today.
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Strayer University offers students a quality education that's affordable, convenient, and supportive. Our flexible academic programs make it possible for you to earn a competitive MBA or your associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree on your schedule, without interrupting your personal or professional life. Established in 1892, Strayer University was designed to meet the educational needs of working adult students. To do this, we offer flexible class formats that allow you to balance a college education with your other responsibilities. Our programs include accounting, business, criminal justice, information systems, management, public administration, health services administration, and education.
Master of Business Administration - Public Administration
The Master of Business Administration program is an exciting educational option for students looking to increase their understanding, advance their careers, and expand their opportunities in the world of business. The MBA program will use the basic computer literacy skills (such as word processing, basic use of spreadsheets) that will be expected of students in the workplace. Students entering the MBA program are expected to have a basic knowledge of MS Office or equivalent. The MBA program is designed for working professionals from a wide range of backgrounds who wish to advance or enhance their business careers. The program features a curriculum that prepares adult students for the emerging knowledge economy while emphasizing the latest concepts, practices, and skills in today's rapidly changing marketplace. It offers a broad-based education, with a choice of concentrations.This program offers specializations in the following areas: Accounting, Acquisition, Health Services Administration, Finance, Hospitality and Tourism Management, International Business, Information Systems Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Management, Professional Studies, Public Administration, and Project Management.Strayer University's Master of Business Administration program has undergone an extensive redesign in order to keep ahead of current trends in business and education. Now in its second quarter, the new design is competitive with programs at the nation's top business schools, with the added benefit of being grounded in adult learning theory. “The new program was designed with extensive input not only from academic and industry leaders, but also from current and past Strayer University MBA students,” says Strayer University Provost Dr. Joel Nwagbaraocha. “It's exciting to present a program in response to the demands of our students. This truly is ‘the student's MBA.'"
Master of Public Administration
The Master of Public Administration (MPA)'s academic focus is on developing analytical, conceptual and practical competencies that are common to Strayer University's Master of Business Administration degree, but emphasizing the “public” perspective of administration. This is the professional degree for people who want to enter public service at the management level. Public Administration degrees prepare students to manage and direct public organizations and governmental offices. Public administration graduates work for local, state and federal governments, non-governmental organizations, non-profit organizations, trade associations, consulting firms and political parties according to the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA).
MPA - General Public Administration
Designed around national public administration curriculum standards, the curriculum focuses on building public value by establishing collaborative networks; promoting ethical performance standards; enhancing professional communication skills; and formulating and achieving innovative solutions to the challenges of public protection, policy, and governance. Strengthen the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to effectively manage current public issues and plan for the future. This specialization also offers convenient features such as electronic textbooks and auto-registration for your entire sequence of courses. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing management or leadership positions in government agencies, public service organizations, or public-private community networks. You will gain an in-depth understanding of your own field, plus insights from professionals in other fields, such as public safety and health care, that often collaborate with you to address today‘s complex challenges working with a rich, global network of experienced faculty and professional peers. Courses are taught in a prescribed sequence that builds on your newly developed knowledge and skills. Concentrations: As part of this specialization, you can choose to earn a concentration in Homeland Security or Public Health.
DPA - General Public Administration
This doctoral specialization uses course work, current case studies, advanced learning technologies, and field experiences to strengthen your collaboration and leadership skills and identify community issues that could benefit from an action-based research project. Enhance your public leadership skills as you develop and apply research to address multidisciplinary public service issues within your community. You will gain an in-depth understanding of your own field, plus insights from professionals in other fields, such as public safety and health care, who often collaborate with you to solve today‘s complex challenges working with a rich, global network of experienced faculty and professional peers. Convenient electronic textbooks lowers program costs and provides immediate access to course materials. People likely to choose this specialization include public administrators who want to pursue leadership positions in government agencies, public service organizations, or the political arena; or faculty positions in the fields of political science, public affairs, and public administration.Residency Requirement: none.
BPA - General Public Administration
The curriculum covers such topics as public finance and accounting, public-private collaboration, human resource management, strategic planning, participative governance, privatization, and contracting. Develop a foundational knowledge of the communication, management, and collaboration skills you need to be an effective public administrator. People who choose this specialization are likely to be pursuing entry-level professional positions or advancement in government agencies or non-profit public service organizations. Interactive learning technologies, along with access to a rich, global network of experienced faculty and professional peers, will help you gain the perspective of various public service roles. Convenient electronic textbooks lowers program costs and provides immediate access to course materials. Non-classroom learning may also be eligible for credit through our Prior Learning Assessment Process. An enrollment counselor can help you determine whether previous course work may transfer into our degree programs.
This undergraduate specialization provides an overview of public safety research, theory, and principles within an emergency management framework. The curriculum focuses on such topics as disaster response and recovery, emergency planning and decision-making, homeland security, and hazard identification and mitigation. A capstone project provides the opportunity to apply and demonstrate emergency management skills gained during the course of the program. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing deeper expertise in emergency management, or are planning to transition from the military into a civilian public safety career or career advancement. Advance your career in the fast-growing field of emergency management. Non-classroom learning may also be eligible for credit through our Prior Learning Assessment Process. An enrollment counselor can help you determine whether previous course work may transfer into our degree programs. Concentrations: You can use your electives to earn a concentration in Security Management for no additional time or money as part of this specialization.
Master of Public Administration
The Master of Public Administration prepares you to handle the challenges and complexities present in the public sector, and enables you to enhance managerial skills and leadership. You will learn the intricacies of working in the public sector with regard to the organizational, management, and financial issues specific to government, non-profit, and other public organizations.Allowing you to complete the degree in 16 months, the 36-hour degree is structured in a cohort format.
Bachelor of Science in Public Management Degree Completion
A successful manager or leader will have a broad foundation of knowledge and skills. Management in today's public organizations depends on leaders with fundamental knowledge and skills that are specific to the public sector.
Master of Professional Studies in Political Management
The online Master of Professional studies degree in Political Management at The George Washington University's Graduate School of Political Management will give you hands-on experience that will boost your political career by going beyond theory with a curriculum that teaches the practical application of politics today. This master's degree provides aspiring and veteran political professionals with a new perspective on how to positively influence the political process at the national, state, and local levels. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of lobbying and government relations, campaign management, issues management and advocacy, fundraising, corporate and trade association public affairs, political leadership, and polling and strategic research techniques.
Master of Arts in Public Policy
The Online Master of Arts of Public Policy (MAPP) program from New England College concentrates on the intersection between abstract policy and real world politics. The program will prepare you for future opportunities in government, non-profit organizations, or the political process itself. You will gain analytical and advocacy skills and will be prepared for advancing your career in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. You will also gain an understanding of the intellectual foundations for key public policy discussions and how the outcomes affect change in the political process. There are four core competencies that you, as a graduate of the MAPP program, will take away from the program: 1. A strong understanding of the key governmental institutions that formulate and implement public policy in our society, including Congress, the Judiciary, the Presidency and state and local governments; 2. A clear understanding of the origins of American political institutions, as well as a foundation in ethics and leadership; 3. An ability to effectively analyze public policy issues, including basic economic analysis, as well as the ability to present arguments logically and persuasively and to communicate clearly, correctly and convincingly in writing and speech; 4. An in-depth grasp of the political process in America, including the mechanics of campaigns, elections, campaign finance and the media.
Master of Science in Management - Nonprofit Leadership
New England College's online Master of Science in Management/Nonprofit Leadership Concentration (MSNPL) program's focus is to provide a specialized degree for nonprofit professionals who want to advance their careers and engage in more senior management activities and responsibilities. It was developed by industry leaders, respected academic mentors, and program development experts with a commitment to excellence in the nonprofit sector.The curriculum will challenge you to identify limitations and mindsets that inhibit strategic thinking, develop a framework for creating strategic options, and discern leadership behaviors that contribute to managing change and uncertainty in nonprofit organizations and their environments. The MSNPL degree is awarded upon successful completion of nine courses comprising 36 credits. Students take one course during each seven week term, enabling most students to finish their degrees in less than two years. The GRE is not required.
Master of Public Administration
Intended to prepare graduates for managerial roles in government and non-profit enterprises, the Hodges' Master of Public Administration (MPA) is a general public sector professional degree program. Mastery of the critical competencies such as public policy planning, administration, decision making, environmental scanning, finance, research, and budgeting are included in the MPA program of study. Graduates of the program will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to lead and contribute to organizational success at the executive level. All MPA students must successfully complete the MPA Comprehensive Exam in order to graduate. MPA graduates are required to successfully complete prescribed course work in the Public Administration Core and their choice of the government track or the non-profit track. This degree consists of 30 credit hours (10 courses).
Master of Nonprofit Management
Regis is proud to be one of the few universities in the United States that offers a graduate degree in Nonprofit Management that can be completed entirely online. This program is intended for those managing or moving information decision-making roles within a not-for-profit organization or charity, or those considering starting a nonprofit entity. This accelerated program offers an intense, conceptually based, application-oriented course of study for individuals interested in enhancing their leadership and management skills within a nonprofit setting. A Total of 36-credit hours are required to earn a Master of Nonprofit Management degree. Both online and classroom based learning offered
Master of Public Administration
The Master of Public Administration degree program is organized around core, specialization, elective, and capstone courses that cover a broad range of governmental and non-profit topics to help develop each student's knowledge, skills, and abilities. The program is designed to address the needs of students for applied coursework in areas of critical importance to local, state, and national governmental and non-profit organizations. Students seeking a broad knowledge and understanding may elect the core Master of Public Administration program. Students who prefer a more focused approach can select from specializations in Public Policy, Non-Profit Management, Criminal Justice, and Information Technology. In addition, students have the opportunity, with approval, of creating their own focus of study. Students in this program will have an opportunity to develop a solid foundation in management in the public and non-profit sectors.This degree program can help prepare you to be a departmental manager, project/program manager, administrative services specialist, analyst, economic development specialist, and eventually (with applicable experience) executive director, economic development director, city manager, county manager or chief administrative officer.
Master of Public Administration - Public Policy
The Master of Public Administration degree program is designed to address the needs of students for applied coursework in areas of critical importance to local, state, and national governmental and non-profit organizations. The specialization in Public Policy is designed for those who seek to further their managerial skills and technical knowledge in the government. studies specific to this concentration include public policy analysis, program evaluation, legislative and judicial processes, and public policy economics in addition to the core coursework. The program is organized around core, specialization, elective, and capstone courses that cover a broad range of governmental and non-profit topics to help develop each student's knowledge, skills, and abilities. This degree program can help prepare you to be a administrative services specialist, project/program manager, departmental manager, analyst, economic development specialist, and eventually (with applicable experience) economic development director, executive director, city manager, county manager or chief administrative officer.
Master of Business Administration - Non Profit Management
This program is designed for professionals who wish to lead within the non-profit sector. Corban faculty offer relevant business tools that you can apply immediately to your career or job search. And each class is built on Christian business principles to support your faith.The Non-Profit Management Track includes classes on non-profit management and stewardship issues. Curriculum includes courses on biblical leadership and ethics, financial and marketing management, information technology, and organizational behavior. Elective courses in entrepreneurism, human resources, and other relevant topics are also available.Accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, Corban University is also recognized among the best by The Princeton Review and U.S. News and World Report.Corban's online classroom is easy to use. You can interact with your instructors, chat with classmates, post discussions about assignments, and even pray with your fellow students.The Corban MBA in Non-Profit Management is affordable, accredited and Bible-based with degree completion available in 16 months.
- Coursework that incorporates real-world examples and situations
- Two separate tracks for students with different levels of experience
- Labor relations
- Ethics
- Budget management
- Grant writing
- Accounting
Master of Public Administration - Emergency Management
The online MPA from Anna Maria College can help if your goal is to become a fire chief, police chief, city manager, or the leader of a charity, public agency, or nonprofit organizatio. Customize your degree according to your background and professional interests with:
Master of Science in Community Leadership
Healthy communities require a vibrant blend of an involved and informed citizenry and the ongoing development of a multitude of local resources. Community-driven leadership is the intangible asset that combines these and other ingredients in creative and effective ways - to design and enact a desirable, sustainable future. The Master of Science in Leadership with a concentration in Community Leadership was designed for the education of leaders who are committed to improving - indeed transforming - the quality of life in the community. Learn about organizational design and development; creating powerful community change toward a sustainable future; and leading, motivating and empowering others; strengthening the overall societal impact of individuals and organizations; instilling excellence, not as an action, but as a habit. Current students include: nonprofit consultant, executive director, grants administrator, director of development, case manager, alumni director, and academic advisor.
Personalize your MBA degree when you pair it with a concentration in Public Administration. Use previous education or work experience to enhance your MBA and customize it more closely with your professional and educational goals. Enhance your project management, professional confidence, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You can enhance your education and elevate your professional position after a program consisting of only 33 credits. You'll find this program is one of the most accelerated available online. Gain the edge necessary to accelerate your career growth with a Master of Business Administration degree (MBA).
MA/Organizational Management - Public Administration
With a Master of Arts in Organizational Management (MAOM), develop professional competence in a world of rapid change. Choose a concentration in Public Administration to enhance your degree. Your degree allows for development of advanced skills in dealing with the complex problems organizations and individuals face in today's marketplace.
Master of Public Administration
Broaden your professional horizons with the knowledge you acquire through Ashford's Master of Public Administration program. If you aspire to a career in public service, then the Master of Public Administration online degree program at Ashford University is for you. Access greater opportunities by pursuing your Master of Public Administration degree online from Ashford University. Perfect your interpersonal and management skills while gaining expertise in urban planning, decision making, policy implementation, and managing personnel in ways that embrace quality and diversity. This graduate degree can open doors to career advancement. You will learn to apply management theory, evaluate the impact of politics on public organizations, and evaluate strategies for financing social initiatives. Fulfill your passion for public service.
MA/Education - Education and Public Policy
Make an impact on our nation's schools with the expertise that derives from an advanced degree. Take action on behalf of our schools when you pursue the Education and Public Policy specialization as part of your Master of Arts in Education degree program from Ashford University. The Education and Public Policy specialization will help you to develop the knowledge you need to participate and lead policy initiatives. This specialization will help dedicated professionals who aim to be education leaders, without necessarily becoming credentialed teachers. This specialization prepares you for challenging positions in government, non-profits, and schools. You will learn the politics of policy development and implementation so as to make a difference in education.
Take the lead in public service by earning your Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration with Ashford University. Your Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration demonstrates your proficiency as a professional in public service. You will complete coursework in urban management; budgeting and finance; political science and intergovernmental issues; as well as public policy development. This degree also offers you a full compliment of courses in the social sciences. A Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration degree from Ashford University is a great fit for professionals seeking entry into federal, state, and local government jobs, as well as careers in non-profit management. Form a solid foundation of knowledge and skills in the public sector. Contribute to your career in public service!
BA/Education and Public Policy
Attain your Bachelor of Arts in Education and Public Policy online from Ashford University. Demand for policy experts is growing, especially with the increased urgency of efforts to reform education. In this curriculum, you will learn about the process of developing and implementing education policy. Prepare for a career in educational organizations, philanthropy, and community development. Your courses cover such topics from social justice and special education to the politics of policy-making for schools. You will find this degree a perfect fit for your career as someone who works to improve public education. Speak out for schools! You demonstrate your commitment to civic involvement and participation in educational communities with your Bachelor of Arts in Education and Public Policy from Ashford University.
BA/Organizational Management - Public Administration
One of the best things about Ashford University's Organizational Management program is the ability to customize your degree to fit your professional and educational goals. The Organizational Management program examines the human side of managing organizations, allowing for skill development in communication, group behavior, decision-making, human resource management, and ethics. Resulting in a dynamic degree, students with a background and/or interest in Public Administration can transfer up to 12 credits of Public Administration coursework into their Organizational Management concentration, comprised of complementing areas no matter when you took them.Students with a concentration in Public Administration will possess many of the skills necessary to be successful in the public sector. These students will combine their Public Administration concentration with organizational skill development in communications, group behavior, decision making, human resource management and ethics, culminating in a well-rounded degree.
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
The Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration program from Brookline College is designed to foster an understanding of the background and history of public administration as a discipline; to develop an understanding of organization theory; and to examine the design of organizations and the environment of the political subsystems in which administrators function. This program provides those interested in public service with an overview of available techniques and experience in applying these techniques to public policy decision making; it examines in depth the nature of public servants, the tools at their disposal, and various roles in public organizations. 121 credits are required for successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration.
Master of Science in Nonprofit Management and Philanthropy
Bay Path College is proud to be one of the few higher education institutions in the United States that offers a full graduate degree in Nonprofit Management and Philanthropy that can be completed entirely online. This degree will emphasize concepts within a nonprofit context including: leadership, strategic and fiscal planning, financial management and operation, fundraising, board governance, and legal standards, developed with the input and guidance of area nonprofit leaders and business professionals. This program is entirely online, which allows participants from across the country and around the world to work together and learn from each other in a stimulating e-classroom. The Nonprofit Management and Philanthropy degree emphasizes interactive learning with seasoned instructors guiding every class. You will learn management principles across disciplines through dialogue with other nonprofit practitioners and interaction with our practitioner faculty. While helping you achieve your personal goals, this graduate degree program is convenient and flexible, allowing you to balance your work and your personal life.
Master of Science in Strategic Fundraising and Philanthropy
The Master of Science in Strategic Fundraising and Philanthropy degree program at Bay Path College prepares professionals to advance in careers in institutional development and advancement as well as nonprofit management. Nonprofit institutions seek individuals with proficiencies in multiple areas, including a thorough understanding of the philanthropic marketplace, comprehensive management skills, and mastery of key fundraising techniques.Bay Path program is suitable both for individuals who are planning to enter the nonprofit sector either as fundraisers or as managers, or for those who are already in the field but wish to broaden their skills in pursuit of professional advancement. It is greatly focused, rigorous course of study designed to tutor students in the essential tools of fundraising management and nonprofit administration.
Master of Public Administration
DeVry University's Master of Public Administration (MPA) program focuses on developing concepts and skills needed to become effective managers in organizations lying outside the boundaries of the traditional business environment. Students must pursue either a government management, health care management or nonprofit management emphasis.Those electing the government or nonprofit management emphasis must complete 15 courses (45 semester-credit hours): six emphasis-specific courses, seven management core courses, and two elective courses. One emphasis-specific course is a capstone project integrating material learned across key public administration areas. Students following the health care management emphasis must complete courses totaling the equivalent of at least 45 semester-credit hours, including seven management core courses (21 semester-credit hours); 18 semester-credit hours of emphasis-specific courses, including the six semester-credit hours of electives; and MPA capstone course.
- Policy analysis,
- Policy design, and
- Urban administration and management
The Online Master of Public Policy Degree
This online comparative public policy program with an emphasis on urban management will equip our graduates with a new, original and practical perspective on contemporary urban and regional issues across the globe in such vital areas as:
The CSUN MPP program focuses on these three elements to prepare professionals to meet the increasingly complex challenges of policy analysis as well as for advancement to leadership positions in urban organizations. In today's public policy environment, decision-making is achieved through a process that encompasses three major elements: policy formulation, problem identification, and evaluation of the potential risks involved with every decision. A One of a Kind Program
Only the CSUN MPP focuses on the area of comparative and international policy making and its implementation across diverse urban settings although there are various public affairs schools in the United States that currently offer a degree in public policy. In addition, there are no other online public policy programs in the United States with this option. Consequently, CSUN will be the first American university to offer such a degree.An International Perspective
It is designed to prepare graduates from many countries to fill a variety of roles in diverse urban settings, from staff analysts to middle management. Because the program is offered online, it attracts regional, national, and international professionals in the public and non-profit sectors interested in learning and assessing current practices in their own localities.
- Public Works Administration - provides an in-depth study of topics such as: human resources, legal, political, and technological issues, public works planning and project management, cost-benefit analyses and environmental impact.
- Organizational Leadership - requires you to identify a personal leadership style, tendencies and preferences as a professional, and how one assimilates and applies information.
- Continuity of Governmental Operations - teaches all of the elements needed to develop a continuity of operations plan for a governmental agency and how to respond to incidents that effect governmental agencies.
- Criminal Justice Administration - provides an in-depth study of personnel management, law enforcement best practices, police leadership, accountability, productivity, and managing special units.
- Leadership - focuses on differentiating the conceptual and theoretical aspects and models of leadership and leadership studies in order for you to apply leadership skills and principles to your place of work.
- Public Organization Fiscal Management - provides an in-depth study of legal and regulatory foundation for financial management, integrated financial management information systems, auditing, and evaluation and risk management.
Master of Public Administration
Norwich University's Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree is designed to provide a foundation of knowledge in the concepts and principles of public administration. You will acquire the skills and techniques required to implement policies, projects and programs while refining your skills in integration, critical analysis, and research, writing. Our curriculum will provide you with a comprehensive study in organizational management concepts, strategic planning, best practices, decision-making processes, legal issues, fiscal management, and budgeting. Specialize in your area of interest by customizing your degree in one of six concentrations:
Master of Public Administration
The Master of Public Administration degree program is designed to offer graduates of various undergraduate programs an opportunity to obtain high levels of proficiency of technical and managerial skills to enhance public service work. This degree program provides a unique program of study in administrative theory, the program and policy development process, and specific case studies in public policy. It aims at broad-level understanding of the goals and challenges of public administration and the relationship of these to more specialized aspects of planning, organization, management, and analysis in the public sector at the national, state and local levels. The degree program is designed to provide advanced study and prepare current and future government employees for management positions in government at all levels. The degree program is also applicable to industry and the non-profit sector because of its focus on management and the expanding role of the private sector in providing traditional government services.
Master of Arts in Transportation and Logistics Management
The University System offers a graduate degree in Transportation and Logistics Management for (1) individuals interested in joining the transportation industry that might lack professional expertise in the field (2) government or corporate civilians involved in the transportation industry on a local, regional, national, or global scale, and (3) serving military transportation logisticians, transportation personnel, or related specialists. Portions of this program have been developed in partnership with USMMA GMATS.
Master of Public Administration
The Master of Public Administration degree program is designed to offer graduates of various undergraduate programs an opportunity to obtain high levels of proficiency of technical and managerial skills to enhance public service work. This degree program provides a unique program of study in administrative theory, the program and policy development process, and specific case studies in public policy. It aims at broad-level understanding of the goals and challenges of public administration and the relationship of these to more specialized aspects of planning, organization, management, and analysis in the public sector at the national, state and local levels. The degree program is designed to provide advanced study and prepare current and future government employees for management positions in government at all levels. The degree program is also applicable to industry and the non-profit sector because of its focus on management and the expanding role of the private sector in providing traditional government services.
- Leadership Focused. The curriculum emphasizes fundamental skills in effective leadership, communication, innovation, and change management.
- Impact Driven. It uniquely positions graduates to make real impacts that are of benefit to society.
- Real-World Applicable. This is a professional degree that will be immediately applicable to your career, of value to your employer, and relevant to your industry.
- Comprehensive and Integrated. This is a comprehensive degree that truly connects public policy creation to the implementation and administration of policy.
- Ultimately Connected. As a student, you'll gain access to an esteemed network of faculty, graduates and students at Northwestern University.
- Decidedly Professional. Professors are actively engaged in leadership roles within diverse Public Policy and Administration fields.
- Respected and Renowned. A prestigious degree program offered by a world-class University unlike any other available in the online format.
Master of Arts in Public Policy and Administration
This prestigious program is comprised of a 13-unit course structure and emphasizes the important relationship between policy development and its implementation in our world. The program is for aspiring leaders who are looking to take part in an immersive academic experience, taught by recognized professionals from the field of Public Policy and Administration. This is a professional degree that offers students the opportunity to focus on specific areas of interest while leveraging the course curriculum to apply program learning to real-world topics. Earn your master's degree in Public Policy and Administration from Northwestern University in an online format. Northwestern's Online Master of Public Policy and Administration is:
Master of Public Administration - Nonprofit Organizations emphasis
The University of Upper Iowa Master of Public Administration program with an emphasis on Nonprofit Organizations intends to instill in learners an appreciation for how market efficiency and democratic values must be respected and balanced to promote the public good. The program provides learners with the knowledge and skills needed to assume a leadership role and to improve administrative and managerial quality in government and non-profit organizations. Students will be able to apply their analytical, communication, problem solving and research skills to the complex and often interconnected and interdisciplinary problems faced by mangers and leaders in government agencies and non-profit organizations.Coursework for the Nonprofit Organizations emphasis includes: Introduction to Nonprofit Governance, Government and Nonprofit Financial Management, Strategic Management for Public and Nonprofit Organizations, Grant Writing and Administration, and Public Management and Information Systems.They will be well qualified to assume managerial and leadership positions in the government and in the non-profit sector because UIU graduates are able to leverage the connections between theory and practice to help solve problems.
Master of Public Administration – General Study emphasis
The University of Upper Iowa's Master of Public Administration program with a General Studies emphasis provides the essential components of a well-rounded public administration education, while allowing learners the flexibility to design a course of study that meets their specific career goals. UIU offers a flexible program that provides learners with the knowledge and skills needed to assume a leadership role and to improve administrative and managerial quality in government and non-profit organizations.UIU learners will be able to apply their communication, analytical, problem solving and research skills to the complex and often interconnected and interdisciplinary problems faced by mangers and leaders in government agencies and non-profit organizations.Our curriculum is built on the three pillars: Emphasis areas that develop administrative, leadership and management skills; an understanding for the role public administration plays in maintaining and strengthening core democratic values; and the ability to effectively utilize the scientific method to address issues facing government agencies and non-profit organizations.
Bachelor of Science in Public Administration
The purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Public Administration program is to prepare the learner to understand public organizations and to utilize that knowledge to plan, manage, and administer public policy. Learners may complete a public administration major with a fire science emphasis, a general public administration major, or a public administration major with a law enforcement emphasis.
Master of Public Administration - Public Personnel Management emphasis
The M.P.A. with a Public Personnel Management emphasis is designed to prepare learners with a specialized knowledge of the issues and challenges in managing personnel resources in public and not-for-profit sectors. This purpose of the emphasis is to prepare the learner for successful management of government and not-for-profit agencies at the federal, state or local level, with regional or sub-state organizations, and with non-government organizations involved in the public sector.
Master of Business Administration - Public Administration
Exposure to best practices in the business world enhances comprehension of the challenges and opportunities facing modern business leaders and the various stakeholders they serve. The online MBA degree program from Northcentral University prepares learners to advance to higher levels of leadership in business. Advanced coverage of classic and contemporary theory in business administration is blended with key practical skills all managers need to succeed. This specialization focuses on acquiring the administrative knowledge and skills in such diverse areas as government relations, budgeting, personnel policies, politics, and urban planning for practicing public administrators as well as those seeking entry into public administration. Managers possessing the wide range of skills in public administration are meeting the challenges in government management at the local, state and federal levels.
Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration - Public Administration
By making strategically adroit linkages between theory and practice, the need has never been greater for business leaders who can contribute to the knowledge base of contemporary business. Learners gain the skills to meet that need through in-depth exposure to the insights offered by the world's leading organizations, rigorous reflection on their professional experiences, review of classic and cutting edge theory and research, and mastery of methods and techniques to identify, assess, understand and communicate strategically critical knowledge. Managers possessing the wide range of skills in public administration are meeting the challenges in government management at the local, state and federal levels. this specialization focuses on acquiring the administrative knowledge and skills in such diverse areas as budgeting, government relations, personnel policies, politics, and urban planning for practicing public administrators, as well as those seeking entry into public administration.
Doctor of Business Administration - Public Administration
The Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.) serves as preparation for advanced positions of leadership in government, business, philanthropy, and policy and advocacy organizations. D.B.A. learners gain the skills to advance to top leadership positions and to retain them through in-depth exposure to the insights offered by the world's leading organizations, rigorous reflection on their professional experiences, review of classic and cutting edge theory and research, and mastery of methods and techniques to identify, understand, apply, and communicate strategically critical knowledge. Managers possessing the wide range of skills in public administration are meeting the challenges in government management at the local, state and federal levels. This specialization focuses on acquiring the administrative knowledge and skills in such diverse areas as budgeting, government relations, personnel policies, politics, and urban planning for practicing public administrators as well as those seeking entry into public administration.
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Business - Public Administration
The Public Administration CAGS appeals to practicing Public Administrators as well as those seeking entry into public administration and related fields.This specialization focuses on acquiring the administrative knowledge and skills in such diverse areas as government relations, budgeting, personnel policies, politics, and urban planning. Post-graduate CAGS Learners take prescribed courses that will focus on strategies needed in meeting the challenges in government management at the local, state, and federal levels that include public/urban politics and planning, public/government relations, and public health administration.
Master of Arts - Leadership, Public Policy and Social Issues
Institute & University's online Master of Arts program encourages you to discover the links between theoretical concepts and practical application by integrating online learning with one-to-one faculty consultation and incorporating it into real-life. This program is designed for working adults.The inquiry-based model of education, underpinning the M.A. program, assumes a dynamic relationship between: reflections on the personal and social environments, and education and actual experience, theory and practice. This degree explores public policy issues, their applications, and the means to implement such policies. This is a great program of study for individuals seeking advancement in local, state, foundations, and federal government agencies.
Master of Public Administration
What insights and skills will you need to manage public policy programs? How will you handle the social and economic factors that drive behavior in the public sector? This degree program offers exceptional training, if you are interested in advanced leadership studies in the public and non-profit sectors.
Executive Master of Public Administration
The executive master of public administration (EMPA) at Golden Gate University will introduce you to the relevant set of knowledge and skills required to function effectively in a managerial or executive role within such organizations. It is offered to students interested in a thorough understanding of the processes and practices associated with the management of public sector organizations at the federal, state and urban levels of government.The executive MPA assumes that you already have developed competence within a specific functional area. It provides in-depth exposure to the critical areas of executive and managerial focus common to middle and upper level management in all public organizations unlike the traditional MPA which includes a core of common classes and an emphasis program to prepare the student for work in a specific focus area of their choice. The courses are designed to be heavily student-directed online seminars, with numerous short written projects, online presentations, case studies, debates of current practices and policies, and in-depth discussion of issues of good currency in the world of practice. This includes: planning; process management; financial management; organizational development and change; human resources and labor relations; law and administrative process; ethics and implementation; and public policy formulation, analysis.
- Law and civil liability
- Fiscal management
- Human resource development
- Labor relations and personnel issues
- Coordination with other public safety and emergency management agencies during incidents
Master of Science in Public Safety Administration
The Master of Science in Public Safety Administration teaches you how to lead organizations that deal with public safety efficiently and effectively in an increasingly challenging environment. The demands on public safety organizations in today's world are becoming much more complex. Leaders in the public safety field now have a diverse range of responsibilities that are all vital to keeping communities and populations safe. With a focus on the specific needs of public safety organizations—such as public works departments, police and fire departments, emergency response teams, disaster response agencies, and the military, the coursework in Lewis University's online MS in Public Safety Administration program mirrors the curriculum of a traditional MPA program. You'll learn leadership and professional skills required of senior managers in multiple career fields of the public safety arena. Topics covered include:
Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership - Public Administration
Lewis University's Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership with a specialization in Public Administration focuses on understanding public administration and leadership. You will learn strategies in planning, managing diversity, and building effective governmental relations. The curriculum of this program focuses on knowledge from communication arts, business, social sciences and humanities. You will be equipped with the skills to advance you career in leadership roles within government, corporate, not-for-profit and community organizations as a graduate of this MA is Organizational Leadership. This degree challenges individuals to apply creative and innovative problem solving skills to each situation. You will be a valuable asset within your field given the ability to inspire, transform, and motivate their organizations. Near the end of the program students will attend a three day weekend residency.
Masters of Science Criminal Justice Administration - Planning and Leadership
Our online Masters of Science in Criminal Justice Administration - Planning and Leadership offers the criminal justice professional an education in public administration that is oriented to the management and leadership of any justice organization at Utica College. Graduates of our online Criminal Justice Administration program will be prepared to move up into the elite ranks of leaders for organizations that provide criminal justice services, be it correctional services, law enforcement, or the operation of the nation's courts.
Executive Certificate in Public and Non-Profit Leadership
This 6-credit graduate certificate is intended for managers executives,and other professionals from the non-profit, public and civic sectors who wish to enhance their ability to lead volunteers. You'll learn the importance of inspiring commitment through the communication and leadership styles and the power of mutual influence necessary for mobilizing volunteers.
Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management - Fundraising & Philanthropy
The Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management - Fundraising & Philanthropy prepares students to management fund-raising activities in nonprofit organizations. Fundraising is a fast growing and dynamic employment opportunity in the nonprofit sector. This program stands alone as a focused program of instruction, but the credits can also be used toward an appropriate master's degree. This certificate provides an overview of philanthropy in American society, combined with practical skills related to fund-raising such as grant-writing.