Master of Public Administration
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Master of Public Administration
Washington Adventist University’s Master of Public Administration is designed to prepare you with the knowledge and skills you need for a career in government, private sector, or nonprofit organizations.
In addition, the Master of Public Administration provides the necessary training in:
1- Comprehensive knowledge of the fundamental differences between for-profit and nonprofit organizations. This includes, but is not limited to, public service ethics, team building in a nonprofit organization, leadership and change management in a nonprofit organization, and public service consulting practices.
2-Critical thinking to advocate for public service by effectively corresponding with different audiences, including elected officials at all levels of government and other policy decision-makers.
3-Expertise to create statistical analysis, multiple regression analysis, linear programming, and forecasting.
Our programs are designed for working professionals in a supportive and nurturing environment that meets the needs of adult learners who want to advance their careers to the next level
What Can I Do With A Master’s in Public Administration?
A M.A.P.A program prepares people for high-level or leadership positions in government and the nonprofit sector. Here are just a few of the common titles or roles filled by those holding a M.A.P.A:
- Recreation manager
- Urban and regional planner
- Community relations manager
- Budget manager
- Policy analyst
- Executive director in nonprofit organizations
- Development director (fundraising)
- Advocacy director
- Public relations manager
- Program director
- Grant administrator
Admission
Admission to the M.A.P.A. program requires:
The completion of an undergraduate degree with a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Applicants whose GPA falls between 2.60 and 2.74 must submit GRE scores of 150 on both verbal and quantitative portions of the test in order to be considered for admission.
-Professional resume and two letters of recommendation.
-Completed Fundamentals course with a grade of B or higher.
-A written statement and interview.
-Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), if English is not the applicant’s primary language.
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES & EVENING CLASSES
The M.A.P.A program is offered in two different formats, fully online or fully hybrid/face-to-face classes in the evenings (one night a week). The master of public administration is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing students to continue to add to their professional resumes while earning their degrees.
Affordable
The Master of Arts in Public Administration is a 37-credit-hour accredited professional program. Our tuition rates are competitive at $625 per credit hour, This will allow you to earn a high-quality education at an attractive price.
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Jonathan Peter
“My approach to the program is the opposite of what is advertised. Rather than getting through it quickly, I’m taking it more slowly. So I only take one class per semester. That’s what works best for me since I’m working full time. While WAU’s accelerated program offers classes that allow you to get it done in 12 months, it’s not based on the calendar year; it’s based on the number of credits. So you can take the credits whenever you want to take them. You aren’t penalized for working through it more slowly. You graduate with an MBA at your pace. And, that’s one of the values of getting my degree from WAU.”
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We have numerous educational partnerships in the area. You may be eligible for a substantial tuition discount. Call today to find out if SGPS and your employer have an educational partnership.
Accelerated
Classes are offered in 8-week sessions, allowing you to complete your degree in as little as 12 to 18 months, depending on the degree you choose.
Affordable
Our tuition rates are competitive (Undergraduate – $465 and Graduate $625 per credit hour), less your substantial tuition discount. This will allow you to earn a high-quality education at an attractive price.
Flexible
Classes are offered online, face-to-face, and/or hybrid in the evenings (one night a week). Here at SGPS, you can select a pace that is tailored for your life, choosing to take as few or as many classes as you want.
Evening Graduate and Undergraduate Programs
For more than 35 years, Washington Adventist University (WAU) has been a leader in providing career-building degree programs for working professionals through its School of Graduate and Professional Studies (SGPS). In a supportive and nurturing environment that meets the needs of adult learners, the SGPS currently offers six accelerated evening undergraduate and professional programs and ten master’s programs (including two fully online – the Master of Business Administration and Master of Arts in Public Administration programs).
Brenda Chase, PhD, MBA
Dean, School of Graduate and Professional Studies
301-891-4092
sgps@wau.edu
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