MA/MS in Public Administration

The Master of Public Administration at Grambling State University prepares people from varied backgrounds for administrative work at the federal, state and municipal levels, and in public and non-profit organizations. It is described as the sole accredited MPA offering in the northern part of the state. The program trains students as critical thinkers who can apply public administration knowledge in setting, assessing and carrying out policy, with attention to ethical conduct in public management. Objectives include building intellectual insight, professional competence and analytical technique. Once admitted, students take core classes and specialty classes within a chosen concentration. The page also provides an admissions packet, public information on enrollment and employment outcomes, and a cost of degree summary. Grambling State University is a public institution located in Grambling, Louisiana. Prospective applicants should confirm current steps, deadlines and any program-specific expectations with the department and the graduate school before applying.