The Executive Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree program is offered by the School of Public Affairs. It is designed for the manager who seeks career advancement and who requires state-of-the-art education, especially in the management of public and nonprofit agencies. (Candidates normally will have had at least three to five years of work experience, including responsibility for managing people and projects.) The Executive MPA program examines current issues and problems confronting public and nonprofit leaders. Participants develop sophisticated skills in analysis, communication, administration, and leadership.
This is an accelerated two-year cohort program designed especially for those interested in earning a Master of Public Administration degree at the same time as they pursue their professional careers. Courses are frequently team-taught by leading public or nonprofit executives along with Baruchs distinguished faculty. Students use their work experience as a learning resource. Classes meet for 35 Saturdays during each year from September to June.While most courses are given over a ten-week period, a few are taught on an intensive fiveweek schedule. The fee includes books, pre-registration, meals on class days, staff support, and special orientation and graduation activities.
Curriculm Fifteen courses (42 credits) | ||
| Introduction to Public Affairs | 3 credits | |
| Communication in Public Settings | 3 credits | |
| Public and Nonprofit Management I | 3 credits | |
| Economic Analysis and Public Policy | 3 credits | |
| Budgeting and Financial Analysis I | 3 credits | |
| Research and Analysis I | 3 credits | |
| Research and Analysis II | 3 credits | |
| Capstone Seminar | 3 credits | |
Six additional courses as selected by program administration | 18 credits | |
Admission Procedures and Criteria
Application forms and information concerning the Executive MPA are available through the School of Public Affairs Office of Student Affairs and Graduate Admissions.
Basic criteria for admission to the executive graduate programs of the School of Public Affairs include:
- Satisfactory completion of a baccalaureate degree at an accredited college or university, as indicated in an official undergraduate transcript;
- Submission of transcripts of any graduate course work, if applicable;
- Submission of a student portfolio composed of a resume, work experience form, one personal essay to be evaluated on the quality of analytical thinking and presentation of ideas, and two or more letters of recommendation;
- Completion of the graduate application form;
- Payment of a nonrefundable $125 mail-in application fee or $135 online application fee, payable to Baruch College; and
- Submission of a sponsors letter, if the program fee is to be paid by the students employer.
Students educated abroad and/or whose first language is not English should contact the School of Public Affairs Office of Student Affairs and Graduate Admissions to learn about procedures and requirements for admission.
Candidates for the Executive MPA are expected to have management experience, including a minimum of three years supervising personnel, projects, or programs. Selection will be based on the applicants academic and employment history, professional experience, and future promise.
The Executive MPA program only accepts students for fall admission. Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis; candidates are advised to apply as early as possible since applications may have to be deferred if the class is full.