Program of Study
Course Sequencing
In order to complete the program in 2 years, students should complete their coursework in the sequence that is outlined in their program of study. In their first semester, all MPA students are expected to register for PADM 60371 Graduate Introduction to Public Administration (1st seven week session) and PADM 60381 Methods in Public Administration (2nd seven week session). In subsequent semesters, students should follow the program of study that is designated for their term of admission (Fall Admit, Spring Admit, or Summer Admit).
Students that are required to complete an internship should register for PADM 60392 Internship in Public Administration after at least one full year in the program. During the semester in which they complete the 15 week internship course, students should also expect to complete the two 7 week courses designated in their program of study for that semester. Students consult with their advisor and the MPA Internship Coordinator to determine the appropriate semester in which to complete this requirement.
| Fall Admit Program of Study | Term | 7 week session |
|---|---|---|
| PADM 60371 Graduate Introduction to Public Administration | First Fall | 1st |
| PADM 60381 Methods in Public Administration | First Fall | 2nd |
| PADM 60377 Public Budgeting and Financial Management | First Spring | 1st |
| PADM 60375 Public Personnel Administration | First Spring | 2nd |
| PADM Elective (chosen in consultation with advisor) | First Summer | 1st |
| PADM Elective (chosen in consultation with advisor) | First Summer | 2nd |
| PADM 60574 Strategic Planning | Second Fall | 1st |
| PADM 60470 Personal Accountability in the Public Service | Second Fall | 2nd |
| PADM 60379 Program Evaluation | Second Spring | 1st |
| PADM 60386 Public Sector IT Management | Second Spring | 2nd |
| PADM Elective (chosen in consultation with advisor) | Second Summer | 1st |
| PADM 60492 Capstone Seminar | Second Summer | 2nd |
| MPA Internship (required for pre-service students) | ||
| PADM 60392 Internship in Public Administration | TBD | 15 weeks |
| Spring Admit Program of Study | Term | 7 week session |
|---|---|---|
| PADM 60371 Graduate Introduction to Public Administration | First Spring | 1st |
| PADM 60381 Methods in Public Administration | First Spring | 2nd |
| PADM Elective (chosen in consultation with advisor) | First Summer | 1st |
| PADM Elective (chosen in consultation with advisor) | First Summer | 2nd |
| PADM 60377 Public Budgeting and Financial Management | First Fall | 1st |
| PADM 60375 Public Personnel Administration | First Fall | 2nd |
| PADM 60379 Program Evaluation | Second Spring | 1st |
| PADM 60386 Public Sector IT Management | Second Spring | 2nd |
| PADM 60574 Strategic Planning | Second Summer | 1st |
| PADM 60470 Personal Accountability in the Public Service | Second Summer | 2nd |
| PADM Elective (chosen in consultation with advisor) | Second Fall | 1st |
| PADM 60492 Capstone Seminar | Second Fall | 2nd |
| MPA Internship (required for pre-service students) | ||
| PADM 60392 Internship In Public Administration | TBD | 15 weeks |
| Summer Admit Program of Study | Term | 7 week session |
|---|---|---|
| PADM 60371 Graduate Introduction to Public Administration | First Summer | 1st |
| PADM 60381 Methods in Public Administration | First Summer | 2nd |
| PADM 60574 Strategic Planning | First Fall | 1st |
| PADM 60470 Personal Accountability in the Public Service | First Fall | 2nd |
| PADM 60379 Program Evaluation | First Spring | 1st |
| PADM 60386 Public Sector IT Management | First Spring | 2nd |
| PADM Elective (chosen in consultation with advisor) | Second Summer | 1st |
| PADM Elective (chosen in consultation with advisor) | Second Summer | 2nd |
| PADM 60377 Public Budgeting and Financial Management | Second Fall | 1st |
| PADM 60375 Public Personnel Administration | Second Fall | 2nd |
| PADM Elective (chosen in consultation with advisor) | Second Spring | 1st |
| PADM 60492 Capstone Seminar | Second Spring | 2nd |
| MPA Internship (required for pre-service students) | ||
| PADM 60392 Internship | TBD | 15 weeks |