Government Administration (FT), MPA

Individualized Concentration  

Students have the option to design an individualized concentration if none of the standard concentrations align with their interests. An individualized concentration consists of two elective courses and a capstone project tailored to the student’s interests. Individualized concentration proposals will be reviewed and approved by the Fels Academic Committee. Any Fels MPA students who do not select one of the standard concentrations must have an individualized concentration.

Curriculum 

Required Courses
GAFL 6110Statistics for Public Policy1
GAFL 6210Public Economics1
GAFL 6340Writing for Public Policy and Administration1
GAFL 6400Program Evaluation and Data Analysis1
GAFL 6510Public and Nonprofit Finance1
GAFL 7320Public Management1
GAFL 7980MPA Capstone I0
GAFL 7990MPA Capstone II1
Select 2 elective courses chosen in consultation with your advisor2
GAFL 8990Public Administration Internship0
Summer internship with a relevant nonprofit or government agency, chosen in consultation with a career services advisor
Total Course Units9

The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2025 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.


Political Advocacy Concentration

The Political Advocacy concentration allows MPA students to develop their communication skills, deepen their understanding of government relations and the policy process, and learn how to engage diverse stakeholders to achieve change.

Curriculum 

Required Courses
GAFL 6110Statistics for Public Policy1
GAFL 6210Public Economics1
GAFL 6340Writing for Public Policy and Administration1
GAFL 6400Program Evaluation and Data Analysis1
GAFL 6510Public and Nonprofit Finance1
GAFL 7320Public Management1
GAFL 7980MPA Capstone I0
GAFL 7990MPA Capstone II1
GAFL 8990Public Administration Internship0
Political Advocacy Concentration
GAFL 5510Government Relations1
Select 1 CU with GAFL Political Advocacy Concentration attribute (BMFP)1
Capstone project related to Political Advocacy
Total Course Units9
1

Or another pre-approved graduate course related to political advocacy, lobbying or campaigning.

2

Students may count up to one non-Fels course towards the concentration as long as the course has been pre-approved by the Fels Academic Committee.


The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2025 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.


Domestic Policy Concentration 

The Domestic Policy Concentration equips MPA students with the skills they need to analyze and assess policy in the U.S. context.

Curriculum

Required Courses
GAFL 6110Statistics for Public Policy1
GAFL 6210Public Economics1
GAFL 6340Writing for Public Policy and Administration1
GAFL 6400Program Evaluation and Data Analysis1
GAFL 6510Public and Nonprofit Finance1
GAFL 7320Public Management1
GAFL 7980MPA Capstone I0
GAFL 7990MPA Capstone II1
GAFL 8990Public Administration Internship0
Domestic Policy Concentration
Select 2 CU with GAFL Domestic Policy Concentration attribute (BMFD)2
Capstone project related to Domestic Policy
Total Course Units9
1

Or another pre-approved graduate-level course related to domestic policy such as those in the City Planning Program, Urban Studies, Public Health Program, Environmental Science Program, and School of Social Policy & Practice

2

Students may count up to one non-Fels course towards the concentration as long as the course has been pre-approved by the Fels Academic Committee.


The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2025 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.


International Affairs Concentration  

The International Affairs Concentration equips MPA students with the skills they need to engage in international relations work and public sector administration in a global context.  

Curriculum

Required Courses
GAFL 6110Statistics for Public Policy1
GAFL 6210Public Economics1
GAFL 6340Writing for Public Policy and Administration1
GAFL 6400Program Evaluation and Data Analysis1
GAFL 6510Public and Nonprofit Finance1
GAFL 7320Public Management1
GAFL 7980MPA Capstone I0
GAFL 7990MPA Capstone II1
GAFL 8990Public Administration Internship0
International Affairs Concentration
GAFL 5350International Policy and Security Seminar 11
Select 1 CU with GAFL International Affairs Concentration attribute (BMFI) 2,31
Capstone project related to International Affairs
Total Course Units9
1

Students may request permission to substitute GAFL 5220 or GAFL 5320 as the required concentration course.

2

Or another pre-approved graduate courses related to international affairs and policy

3

Students may count up to one non-Fels course towards the concentration as long as the course has been pre-approved by the Fels Academic Committee.


The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2025 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.


Non-Profit Management Concentration

The Non-Profit Management Concentration equips MPA students with the skills they need to lead and manage a non-profit organization.

Curriculum

Required Courses
GAFL 6110Statistics for Public Policy1
GAFL 6210Public Economics1
GAFL 6340Writing for Public Policy and Administration1
GAFL 6400Program Evaluation and Data Analysis1
GAFL 6510Public and Nonprofit Finance1
GAFL 7320Public Management1
GAFL 7980MPA Capstone I0
GAFL 7990MPA Capstone II1
GAFL 8990Public Administration Internship0
Non-Profit Management Concentration
GAFL 5490Leading Nonprofits1
Select 1 CU with GAFL Non-Profit Management Concentration attribute (BMFN) 1,21
Capstone project related to Non-Profit Management
Total Course Units9
1

Or another pre-approved graduate-level course related to non-profit management such as those in the Social Policy and Practice Non-Profit Leadership Program

2

Students may count up to one non-Fels course towards the concentration as long as the course has been pre-approved by the Fels Academic Committee.


The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2025 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.