Public Administration, M.P.A.

Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of the issues facing the public sector and/or nonprofit organizations.
• Students will apply the managerial and analytical skills necessary for careers in the public service and/or nonprofit sector.
• Students should be able to get a job. Employer surveys will be used to assist in this assessment. The next survey is scheduled for 2009-2010 in accord with our reaccreditation cycle. To the extent feasible we track placements and job promotions each year.
• Thus, our primary criteria is our students’ readiness to enter the professional workforce and their success once they are employed.  (Thus, employer surveys, conducted periodically, are the primary evidence used in assessment.)
• Students will apply their knowledge and skills to important problems and concerns facing the state, its communities, and its citizens.