A Master of Artsin Public Administration (MAPA) is a Post graduate-level degree program that focuses on the study of public policy, administration, and management. The program typically takes around two years to complete and includes coursework, case studies, and a capstone project.
During the coursework portion of the program, students will take classes in a variety of public administration-related subjects, such as:
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- Public policy analysis
- Public financial management
- Organizational theory and behavior
- Public personnel management
- Ethics and leadership in the public sector
- Program evaluation
- Public budgeting and financial management
- Quantitative and qualitative research methods
After completing the program, graduates will have a deep understanding of the latest developments in the field of public administration, as well as the skills and knowledge needed to work in the public sector, nonprofit organizations and other related fields. MAPA graduates may work in various areas such as budgeting, management,policy analysis, program evaluation, and administration of public services.