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Would you like to build a rewarding career solving critical societal problems?

An online public administration degree from Walden can open the door to career paths in a number of settings, from government offices to disaster relief agencies to nonprofit organizations. Gain essential skills and knowledge that can qualify you to oversee budgets and financial planning, shape public policy, evaluate programs, manage people and resources, and serve the public good.

 

Public Policy & Administration Programs

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Doctor of Public Administration
Become a public service leader with a DPA degree from Walden. Are you ready to further your passion for public service? Deepen your influence and create the change you want to see with a Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) degree from…

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    07/10/2023
PhD in Public Policy and Administration
Choose a program that prepares you for next-level leadership. Gain the insights to address critical challenges in your community—and the credibility to shape sustainable change—with a PhD in Public Policy and Administration from Walden. PhD…

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    07/10/2023
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
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Global Leadership
International Nongovernmental Organizations
Local Government Management for Sustainable Communities
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Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Explore our MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership The nonprofit sector requires leaders and managers who are creative, skilled, and strategic in creating and maintaining organizations that successfully address their missions. Nonprofit…

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    07/10/2023
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Graduate Certificate in Government Management
Explore our Graduate Certificate in Government Management Walden University’s Graduate Certificate in Government Management program provides students with essential foundational concepts and principles related to government policy, budget and…

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    07/10/2023
Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security
Explore our Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security Enhance your skills to provide leadership and effectively develop and implement emergency-response strategies with a Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security. Be prepared when critical…

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    07/10/2023
Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management
Become part of the next generation of innovative nonprofit leaders. Whether you’re looking to serve in a leadership role at your organization or take an entrepreneurial venture to start a nonprofit organization, with Walden’s Graduate Certificate…

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    07/10/2023
Graduate Certificate in Public Management and Leadership
Explore our Graduate Certificate in Public Management and Leadership Prepare to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of your organization with a Graduate Certificate in Public Management and Leadership. Explore how transformative change…

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    07/10/2023
Graduate Certificate in Public Policy
Explore our Graduate Certificate in Public Policy from Walden Improve your ability to create and evaluate policies that engage citizens and contribute positively to society with a Graduate Certificate in Public Policy. Designed for public…

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    07/10/2023
Graduate Certificate in Strategic Planning and Public Policy
Explore our Graduate Certificate in Strategic Planning and Public Policy at Walden Enrich your understanding of how public policy is created and implemented with a Graduate Certificate in Strategic Planning and Public Policy. Designed for…

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    07/10/2023
Individual Courses
To learn more about our Individual Course options, please visit our School of Lifelong Learning page.
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Master of Public Administration - Emergency Management
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Explore our MPA Emergency Management specialization Designed for public safety administrators and emergency responders who want to move forward in their careers, this specialization examines vital emergency management issues and contingency…

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    07/10/2023
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Master of Public Administration (MPA) - General Program
Explore our MPA General Program A broad understanding of the field of public administration can help prepare you for a range of career options at federal, state, and local agencies as well as in the private and nonprofit sectors. In the General…

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    07/10/2023
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Master of Public Administration - Law and Public Policy
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Explore our MPA Law and Public Policy specialization The Law and Public Policy specialization explores the relationship between statutes and case law and the impact that legislation and court systems can have on public policy. Explore fundamental…

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    07/10/2023
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Master of Public Administration - Diversity and Social Justice
Specialization
Become a Voice for Social Justice in Your Community By prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in their decision-making, public service leaders can help break down systemic barriers for underserved populations. In this online Master…

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    07/10/2023
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Master of Public Administration - Nonprofit Management and Leadership
Specialization
Explore our MPA Nonprofit Management and Leadership specialization Nonprofit organizations face unique challenges that include funding initiatives, recruiting and retaining volunteers, analyzing public policy, and advocating for reforms in…

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    07/10/2023
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership - Local Government Management for Sustainable Communities
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Explore our MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership Local Government Management for Sustainable Communities specialization Within the Local Government Management for Sustainable Communities specialization, you will discuss what sustainability…

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    07/10/2023
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership - General Program
Explore our MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership General Program Our MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership General Program blends academic theory with hands-on experience so you can explore and learn how to apply appropriate strategies…

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    07/10/2023
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership - Self-Designed
Specialization
Explore our MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership Self Designed specialization With the Self-Designed specialization, you can create your own learning experience and focus on nonprofit management and leadership theories, principles, and…

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    07/10/2023
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership - Global Leadership
Specialization
Explore our MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership Global Leadership specialization Explore strategies for helping Global South countries or developing regions build modern, sustainable communities with the Global Leadership specialization. In…

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    07/10/2023
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership - Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Specialization
Explore our MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation specialization Do you see yourself as a social entrepreneur, creating meaningful and sustainable change through innovation? In this specialization, you’…

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    07/10/2023
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership - International Nongovernmental Organizations
Specialization
Explore our MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership International Nongovernment Organization specialization In an era of increasing globalization, leaders of nonprofit organizations and governmental departments at the local, state, and national…

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    07/10/2023

 

 

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