What is the Master in Public Administration degree?
The UIC-MPA curriculum is designed to provide both pre-service and working students with the theoretical understanding, analytical tools, and up-to-date information needed for successful careers in the public service. The program informs students of the broad contexts of the profession; provides an understanding of organization theory and organizational behavior; teaches the principles of human resource management and financial administration; instructs how to apply qualitative and quantitative techniques to solve problems and answer questions; introduces a broad range of management methods and tools, and explores current issues facing managers and administrators in the public setting. In addition to completing formal course work, each student participates in team-based field work that integrates classroom learning with practical experience. Each student also has the option of participating in an organized internship placement with a public service agency.
