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The MPA Program is available at the following locations:

 
Fall 2009
Spring 2010
San Francisco San Ramon
Sacramento Cupertino
Santa Rosa  

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The Master of Public Administration (MPA) and the MPA with an emphasis in Health Services Administration (MPA/HSA) programs provide mid-career and aspiring professionals with an opportunity to obtain advanced managerial education applicable to a broad range of public sector, nonprofit, and health care organizations. The programs cover all the significant content areas identified by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA) in its Standards for Professional Master’s Degree Programs in Public Affairs/Policy. The program is designed to be completed in 23 months.

Program Learning Outcomes


• Professional level oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate and facilitate work processes effectively on-line.
• Knowledge of techniques to plan, evaluate and manage programs and related skills.
• Increased knowledge of technology and how it impacts the management of public organizations.
• Knowledge of various areas of, and trends in, public sector economics and finance.
• Knowledge and skill in various human resource management functions.
• Effective leadership and teamwork skills.
• Ability to analyze public policies and develop suitable alternatives.
• Knowledge and ability to apply quantitative research and analytical skills.
• Ability to develop and analyze budgets, and to manage organizational performance using a budget.
• Knowledge and broad-based understanding of the U.S. health care systems, legal policy, and managerial issues.
 
 
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