Electives
The basic curriculum of the MPA program has seven (7) core classes, three designated (3) electives, and two (2) free electives. Electives not associated with another concentration are more likely to be offered in the Fall and Spring terms. MPA courses can be found on Courses and Course Schedule page.
Students are encouraged to think strategically about their electives. You should take classes that will enhance your career aspirations and not just what is available. With PRIOR approval from Dr. Robert Stokes you may take appropriate graduate classes from other departments or other universities. For example, if you are in Law Enforcement, you may wish to take a criminal justice class. If you are in the health field you may wish to take a health administration class.
The MPA program has five concentrations—Community Planning and Management, Cybersecurity, Leadership, Non-Profit Leadership, and Public Financial Management. You must choose a concentration, with the Leadership being the broadest choice for a public management generalist.
| Course Description | Course Description |
|---|---|
| PA 5010 Administrative Leadership | PA 5640 Economic and Community Development |
| PA 5140 Nonprofit Management and leadership | |
| PA 5150 Executive Nonprofit Leadership | PA 6150 Public and Nonprofit Financial Management |
| PA 5170 Nonprofit Fundraising and Grantwriting | |
| PA 5190 Managing Diversity in Organizations | PA 6300 Program Evaluation |
| PA 5200 Sustainability Policy and Management | PA 6500 Government in the Digital Age |
| PA 5210 Community Planning and Management | PA 6610 Principles of Public and Nonprofit Procurement |
| PA 5280 Intergovernmental Relations | PA 6700 Emergency Management |
| PA 5570 Public Sector Labor Relations | PA 6720 Administrative Regulation |