What exactly is an MPA or MPSA degree?
A Master of Public Administration (MPA) or a Master of Public Service and Administration (MPSA) degree offers professional preparation for people who want a public service career in management. Typically an interdisciplinary program, these degrees equip leaders and managers with the skills and techniques to implement policies, projects, and programs that resolve important societal problems while addressing organizational, human resource, and budgetary challenges. Think policy analysts, nonprofit leaders, department directors, auditors, consultants, lawmakers, campaign managers, etc. MPA/MPSA graduates work in a wide variety of public service fields at all levels of government (federal, state, regional, local), in nonprofit organizations, in international associations, and in the private sector. Coursework for MPA/MPSA candidates typically includes required core courses and a concentration or specialization. Standard coursework includes microeconomics, public finance, research methods/s
