Master of Public Administration
We have designed our Master of Public Administration (MPA) as an applied program with a culture of community engagement, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities for managerial, administrative, and other professional careers in public, private, aviation, nonprofit, and private/public organizations.
For students already in public service careers, the MPA program provides them the ability to improve skills, broaden perspectives and assume positions of greater responsibility. MPA degree requirements are designed to provide instruction in the core knowledge and competencies in public administration, as well as a range of additional subjects appropriate to the student’s career interests.
This Master of Public Administration program is conducted 100% online.
Degree Requirements
The graduate degree program is accomplished by fulfilling the requirements for the Master of Public Administration.
- Total Degree Requirements: 30 credit hours
- Core Requirements: 18 credit hours
- Internship Requirement: N/A
- Electives: 12 credit hours
View our Curriculum Plan that gives a detailed list of required courses.
Advisory Board
The MPA advisory board is staffed with local, state, federal, and non-profit professionals from around the country. MPA. students and faculty meet with the advisory board twice a year to ensure curriculum and extracurricular activities effectively prepare students for a career in public service.
Student Organizations
At SIU, our program features the Public Administration Student Organization (PASO), which facilitates the exchange of knowledge and experience among students interested in pursuing a career in public administration. The organization provides a cooperative atmosphere for joint action and representation of the needs and interests of public administration students to the officials and agencies of the University community.
Scholarships
The College of Business and Analytics offers need-based and merit-based scholarships exclusively for business students, helping offset the cost of your degree.
Careers
Graduates of SIU with an MPA find the degree a valuable tool for individuals who are e interested in making a difference in the public sector. The benefits of obtaining this degree go beyond better careers and more opportunities. Our graduates are prepared for careers in both the public and private sectors.
Services
The SIU College of Business and Analytics faculty and staff pride themselves on providing top-quality services to their students. Whether you are a prospective or current student, we are here to serve you.
Study Abroad
The SIU College of Business and Analytics has a well-established, one-month study abroad program in France with our partner school, Grenoble Graduate School of Business. This program occurs from mid-May to mid-June every year.
