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Indiana University of Pennsylvania MA in Public Affairs

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

MA in Public Affairs

Indiana, USA

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Sep 2025

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    About : The MA in Public Affairs offers a comprehensive understanding of public policy and administration. Students will engage in critical analysis, explore policy development, and gain practical skills in management and leadership over a typical duration of one year. This program aims to equip participants with tools for effective governance and social change in public service roles.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles in government agencies, nonprofits, and international organizations. Potential job titles include policy analyst, public affairs consultant, and program manager, allowing graduates to make a significant impact in the public sector.

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Introduction

This Public Affairs Program is Oriented Toward Practitioners

We assume that you seek a degree that would facilitate entrance into, or promotion within, the public or private sector. It is also viewed primarily as a terminal degree. After completion, graduates possess the needed background and skills to assume positions as public administrators at local, state, national, and international levels.

Your IUP interdisciplinary graduate degree in public affairs will differentiate you as a critical thinker and skilled analyst of political trends and management techniques. The broad base of knowledge that you acquire will give you an advantage as you seek employment in government, education, business, or interest groups.

Benefits of the MA in Public Affairs Program

Schedule evening classes to accommodate your work schedule.

Develop a core competence in methodology, and then choose from among six interdisciplinary specializations to further focus your career aspirations:

Criminal justice administration

Planning and regional development

Human services administration

Human resources management

Local government management

International development administration

Earn academic credit while working with a mentor in the workforce who will help you develop a meaningful internship within your field.

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