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Curriculum
The curriculum of the MPA degree program is designed to provide students with qualitative and quantitative analytical skills and with the hands-on management skills required by leaders in the major fields of public affairs, combined with substantive knowledge of a policy concentration. The curriculum also draws on the international strengths of SIPA to ensure that these public affairs officials are prepared for the rapidly globalizing context of local and national policy issues.
The program of study requires 54 graduate points and four semesters of full-time enrollment. Dual degree students and students with advanced standing from prior graduate degrees may be able to reduce their period of study. See below under advanced standing for details.
Core courses serve as the foundation for study in a policy concentration and in elective courses. Therefore, the core is normally completed in the first year (with the exception of the workshop). Courses for the concentration, specializations, and for electives may be taken at SIPA, but also in other schools and divisions of the University. Within this broad framework, students tailor a course of study with an academic adviser to serve their needs and interests.
Please note: Full-time students must be registered for at least 12 points each semester.
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* To view the curriculum that was in effect before fall 2009, please visit MPA Core Curriculum, 2008