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Graduate Programs Political Science
Prepared
Our degrees prepare you to be effective leaders in both public and private organizations.
Pursue a degree in political science, administration or public administration.
Degrees
Public Administration (M.P.A. or E.M.P.A.)
Graduates of the public administration program serve at all levels of government and nonprofit organizations in the United States and abroad. Options for both seasoned public service professionals and those who are entering their public service career.
Administration (M.S.A.)
A cross-disciplinary program that provides the primary tools and organizational skills necessary to effectively perform administrative roles in public service oriented organizations.
Political Science (M.A. or Ph.D.)
Programs designed to advance understanding and explanation in the fields of international relations and American politics and public policy.
Graduate Certificates
Nonprofit Management
The graduate certificate in nonprofit management is an online program designed tofurther develop skills in nonprofit administration, governance, fundraising, personnel management, grant writing, team building and budgeting.