Master of Public Administration
Position yourself to excel in civic leadership
As the public sector continues to evolve, University of Miami MPA students and alumni stand at the forefront, armed with a coveted skill set, reputation, and access to industry decision-makers.
The University of Miami online Master of Public Administration program will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of effective public service leadership and the essential skills to tackle today's challenges. Courses cover key topics including planning, budgeting, political analysis, and personnel administration, along with contemporary subjects such as ethics, digital governance, NGOs, and global governance.
Elevate your career with the University of Miami MPA program and help shape the dynamic future of public service leadership.
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24
Month Duration
100%
Online
190,000+
Alumni Network
COURSEWORK TRANSLATES TO MODERN-DAY CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS
Our online MPA program is constantly updated to reflect today's challenges in public leadership. Whether you want to take a deep dive into the current political environment, digital governance, ethics issues, budgetary concerns, or process improvements, we have you covered.
UM PROFESSORS CREATE HANDS-ON LEARNING FOR MPA STUDENTS
All faculty are carefully chosen to teach your online Master of Public Administration courses based on their deep experience in public service and management. These distinguished professors are personally invested in the success of online students and go above and beyond to create meaningful and interactive learning experiences.
MPA STUDENTS RECEIVE ACCESS TO UM CAREER SERVICES AND ALUMNI NETWORK
As an online student, you will have complete access to our career services and support, in addition to the powerful 190,000+ University of Miami alumni network. MPA students gain the full range of benefits of the ‘Canes experience, plus a robust network of civic leaders working at top organizations throughout the country.
Program Highlights
Total Courses
12 Courses
Length per Course
7 Weeks
Accreditation
SACSCOC Accredited
Testing / Prerequisites
GRE waived for eligible applicants
Financial Assistance
Tuition waivers available
Application Process
5 simple steps
"The UM MPA program is designed for a student to succeed because of the variety of courses offered, and the extensive, experienced background of each professor ensures that you are a well-rounded student and gain perspective about the different components of public administration."
Roxana Lemus, MPA '23
Victim Services Program Specialist
Office of the Attorney General of Florida
FLEXIBLE STUDY SCHEDULE FOR WORKING PROFESSIONALS
The courses you take are constantly updated to reflect contemporary issues in public leadership. Whether you want to take a deep dive into the current political environment, digital governance, ethics issues, budgetary concerns, or process improvements, we have you covered.
A DEGREE THAT TRANSLATES TO CAREER GROWTH
Online MPA coursework is created by faculty with extensive experience in the field. Lessons have actionable takeaways that you can immediately apply in your professional life and leverage for tangible career growth, making this one of the best degrees to get online.
THE SAME PRESTIGIOUS DEGREE AS STUDENTS ON CAMPUS
With a graduate degree in public administration, you earn the same degree that you would earn on campus. We know that on-campus learning is not an option for every student and are excited to serve our MPA students through the innovative learning environment of UOnline.
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