Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA)
MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONNew York, USA
DEGREE TYPE
Master degree
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
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Introduction
The Master of Public Administration (MPA), which emphasizes a comparative approach to domestic politics and institutions, prepares students to address major national policy issues and manage organizations in the US and other countries around the world.
Students develop the qualitative and quantitative analytical skills, substantive knowledge of a policy concentration and professional skills to address real world challenges in policy and management.
The MPA program is best suited for young professionals holding a bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant work or substantive internship experience.