MPA
Public Administration - Executive Program
Application Deadline
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Interest in public service as reflected in the statement of intent and resume.
- Minimum of 4 years' full-time professional, administrative, or supervisory experience in the public sector, or the equivalent
- Presently hold, or assume in the near future, a midlevel or higher administrative responsibility
- Resume
- Employment History
- Letters of Recommendation
- International applicants who require student visas to enroll are NOT eligible to participate in this part-time executive program per U.S. federal regulations.
- All admitted MPA students are required to pass basic preparation courses and proficiency exams by August 1. The courses are offered online and information will be sent upon admission.
- Students are required to attend and participate in all New Student Orientation Activities (typically held the week before school starts).
- Strong computer skills
Program Requirements
Persons with significant public administration experience who desire to pursue the master’s degree program while continuing to work full-time are encouraged to apply. All courses in the program are offered in the evening, one night a week for three years at the BYU Salt Lake Center.
The executive MPA program consists of the successful completion of 42 semester hours of approved course work. Classes are scheduled in such a way that students take six hours per semester and three hours per term. The Executive MPA is a general degree and does not offer specialization in functional areas.
Courses include: 604, 608, 612, 626, 630, 631, 632, 640, 641, 643, 652, 662, 682, 683, 684
The executive MPA program consists of the successful completion of 42 semester hours of approved course work. Classes are scheduled in such a way that students take six hours per semester and three hours per term. The Executive MPA is a general degree and does not offer specialization in functional areas.
Courses include: 604, 608, 612, 626, 630, 631, 632, 640, 641, 643, 652, 662, 682, 683, 684
Program Outcomes
Public Service Values
BYU EMPA graduates demonstrate an understanding of, passion for, and commitment to public service values, including reverence for the dignity and worth of all people and dedication to ethical governance.
Quantitative Analysis
BYU EMPA graduates are skilled at evaluating programs and policies. They know how to gather data, correctly analyze it, and employ the analysis to recommend policy and programmatic action in public service organizations.
Communication
BYU EMPA graduates effectively convey verbal and written information with the polish and professionalism appropriate for the public service context. They listen to and promote understanding among people with diverse viewpoints.
Teamwork & Collaboration
BYU EMPA graduates know how to leverage the power of a team. They conduct effective, agenda-based team meetings, and promote mutual accountability with teammates and collaborative partners.
BYU EMPA graduates demonstrate an understanding of, passion for, and commitment to public service values, including reverence for the dignity and worth of all people and dedication to ethical governance.
Quantitative Analysis
BYU EMPA graduates are skilled at evaluating programs and policies. They know how to gather data, correctly analyze it, and employ the analysis to recommend policy and programmatic action in public service organizations.
Communication
BYU EMPA graduates effectively convey verbal and written information with the polish and professionalism appropriate for the public service context. They listen to and promote understanding among people with diverse viewpoints.
Teamwork & Collaboration
BYU EMPA graduates know how to leverage the power of a team. They conduct effective, agenda-based team meetings, and promote mutual accountability with teammates and collaborative partners.
Courses and Faculty