Master degree
24 months
Application deadlines: June 19, November 17,February 16
Processing time: 30 days
Application fee: $55
Full-time
Intakes: Spring, Fall, Summer
International tuition: $20,610
Domestic tuition: $7,506
Program overview
Learning outcomes include:
-a theoretical understanding and practical awareness of public policy
-a grasp of the principles of management and administration in the public sector
-an understanding of the techniques of modern management
-an understanding of how public service values such as integrity and accountability should guide decision making
-an ability to gather data, correctly analyze it, and apply the analysis to produce policy and program recommendations
-writing, speaking, and listening skills appropriate for intra-organizational and inter-organizational communication
Study options
This program can be done
On campus
Requirements
Exams:
- IELTS
- PTE
- TOEFL iBT
Application Requirements for international students:
-minimum standards for the International Admissions and the Graduate School
-criteria specific to the degree program set by the academic department
-a bachelor’s degree from an institution that is accredited by its regional -accrediting association with official transcript
Career opportunities
Earning a master of public administration (MPA) at Ball State will prepare you for a wide variety of career opportunities. Our program provides you with the skills necessary to succeed in any of the following areas:
-federal, state, or local government management
Potential jobs include: Assistant city manager, program director, project manager, policy analyst
-nonprofit management
Potential jobs include: Executive director, field director, operations manager
-criminal justice administration
Potential jobs include: Police officer, customs agent, victims services specialist
-management of information technology
Potential jobs include: Chief information officer, systems analyst, IT specialist
-political advocacy
Potential jobs include: Community organizer, legislative advocate, director of communications
-government relations in the private sector
Potential jobs include: Compliance officer, government relations officer, public affairs specialist