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Executive Master of Public Administration

If you’re a mid career professional with at least several years of work experience under your belt, then an Executive MPA may be the degree for you. Why?

It combines a higher level of focus on management and leadership along with flexible course schedules. There is of course the unique and valuable opportunity to network among your peers in terms of experience and aspiration. There are dozens of NASPAA member schools which each have there own particular specifics and concentrations when it comes to their Exec. MPA programs. All of them can help you move up the ladder by providing additional professional skills and a Master Degree that fits your life.

Improves your odds of being hired & increasing your salary 
Lets you learn and network with experienced public service professionals 
Earns your Masters degree in 1-2 years with weekend & evening classes

FAQ for Prospective Students Answers to commonly asked questions about Executive Masters programs. Find an Executive Education Program May 2007 update of Executive Education programs for public service professionals  Executive MPA Curriculum Models (pdf) Join Executive MPA Listserv For Executive MPA Directors Learn more about how NASPAA is promoting Executive MPA programs
		What does it do for you professionally? "…equips top-level policy leaders with essential executive and analytic skills.. hones and integrates their talents to enhance effectiveness in the policy world"    - Georgetown University’s Master of Policy Management