NYU Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service
Executive Master of Public Administration
New York, USA
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
12 May 2025*
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 1,724 / per credit
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Fall 2025 Early Action Deadline
Key Summary
About: The Executive Master of Public Administration is designed for professionals looking to advance their careers in public service. This program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills to address the challenges faced in the public sector. It emphasizes leadership, policy analysis, and administrative skills, preparing graduates to effectively impact their organizations. The course duration is typically one year, tailoring the learning experience to accommodate busy professionals.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various roles in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector companies. Potential career paths include city manager, policy advisor, or public affairs consultant. This degree equips you with the skills needed to manage teams and develop policies that can influence communities.
Introduction
As a passionate, experienced professional, you’re too driven and committed to your work to stand still for long. You’re looking for new skills, expanded networks, and ways to apply your leadership experience to make the maximum impact. Our Executive MPA (EMPA) program is designed to combine your experience and exposure with a professionally-focused education to advance your career and help you deliver social impact at an even higher level.
Program Highlights
- An inspiring, cohort-based community. EMPA students take part in orientation, core courses, and co-curricular programming within a cohort of service-minded professionals. You'll create powerful connections with fellow students and alumni that will expand your network and inspire your professional journey.
- Individualized coaching and leadership development. We support EMPA students’ professional development through executive coaching, leadership development courses, and a co-curricular series featuring organizational leaders and skill-building workshops.
- A customizable curriculum. You'll work closely with a faculty advisor to develop an individual learning plan based on your unique career goals. About two-thirds of the curriculum consists of elective coursework you can cluster around specific topic areas or skill sets.
- Full- or Part-Time Study. You can complete the program within a year of full-time study, or two or more years of part-time study, with the option to alternate between the two.
- Flexible Scheduling. You may take elective courses as your schedule permits: on Saturdays (mornings/afternoons), during the week (days/evenings), or a combination of the two.