233160 - Public Administration (MPA)
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Application Deadline
Fall: January 15
Contact Information
760 TNRB
801-422-4221
mpa@byu.edu
The BYU MPA program is designed to equip students with a broad conceptual understanding of the public sector while also developing quantitative and interpersonal skills that will enable them to contribute effectively in their chosen field.
In addition to key core classes, students tailor their program of study according to their interests and goals by selecting a public sector emphasis (nonprofit, local government, or state and federal government) and going deeper into a chosen skill set. 58 credits are required for graduation.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrated interest in public service
Statement of intent
Resume
Interview
Three letters of recommendation (professional or academic). Letters should be from individuals who can speak to the student’s ability to succeed in graduate school best.
The MPA program has no required prerequisite coursework. However, we strongly recommend that applicants complete the following undergraduate courses: economics and statistics. Students who have taken these classes enter the program better prepared for graduate courses in these areas. Students should also be comfortable with Excel and Word.
Applicants with degrees that have been awarded outside of the US must complete a foreign credential evaluation with IERF and request to have the official report sent electronically to BYU Graduate Studies (before the application deadline) in order to be considered eligible for admission. Please be aware that IERF process can take up to a month to complete.
Admitted students required to:
Pass basic preparation course(s) and proficiency exams by July 15. Details provided upon admission.
Commitment to not be employed during the first semester of the program.
Students are required to attend and participate in all New Student Orientation Activities Typically held the week before school starts and may include overnight trip.
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
The Marriott School MPA program follows a strict lockstep format wherein first-year students enter the program core in the fall, then take all their classes together during the first semester. Because of the intensity of the courses and the number of hours spent in group work outside the classroom, students are not permitted to work during the first semester of the program.
The full-time MPA program is designed to provide an understanding of the essential body of knowledge and to develop the basic skills needed for professional management in public service.
First semester: Entering MPA students enroll in core required courses.
Second semester and second year: Students choose an emphasis (local government, state and federal government, or nonprofit) and take six credits in their selected emphasis and 12-elective credits to complete their program of study.
Requirements for the Degree
Credit hours: 58
Core hours: 40 credits
Sector hours: 6 credits
Elective MPA hours: 12 credits
Above a 3.0 GPA
Required courses include, but are not limited to public program evaluation, quantitative decision analysis, organizational behavior, communication, foundation in public service, economic decision making, human resources, leadership in public administration, legal issues, and ethics.
Sector (emphasis) courses are in local government, state and federal government and nonprofit management.
The preceding does not represent the full range of requirements and opportunities in the program. See professors, academic advisor and career services director for greater detail.
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