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MA in Public Management
MA in Public Management Program Overview
Prepare to stand out from the rest in the complex and competitive landscape of the government and public service sectors.
Rigorous academics combine with strategic management skills to prepare part-time and full-time students with the fundamentals of public management such as policy analysis, financial management, economics and fiscal policy, and public policy and administration.
Named one of the best public affairs programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, our flexible program allows you to specialize by choosing among one of three Areas of Focus:
- Public Administration and Leadership
- Public Policy Evaluation
- Public Financial Management and Budgeting
Successful, Accomplished Alumni
Our alumni have careers across all levels of the public spectrum, including such places as the White House, Department of the Treasury, Department of Defense, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, the Office of the Governor of Delaware, the U.S. House of Representatives, the United States Army, the Office of the President of Afghanistan, and the Embassy of Ecuador.
Why to Pursue an MA in Public Management at Hopkins
Capitalize on Our D.C. Location
We’re in the heart of public policy in the United States. You will learn from a faculty with decades of experience in top government offices and other agencies, and you will have excellent access to internships and job opportunities.
Study With Esteemed, Experienced Faculty
You will learn from former and current senior government officials, economists, policy analysts, project directors, attorneys, and leaders of think tanks and foundations. In fact, the program director is a veteran of two presidential administrations, in roles such as Chief of Staff of the White House Domestic Policy Council.
Align Electives With Your Interests and Goals
Choose from dozens of classes such as, Defense Policy, Negotiating as a Leadership Skill, The Budgetary Process, Legislative Language and Policymaking, Health Care Analytics and Policy, Energy and Security, Global Political Economy.
Center for Data Analytics, Policy, and Government
Our mission, to provide a strong foundation of knowledge upon which innovative policy programs and promising leaders can develop, informs all of The Center’s initiatives. The Center encompasses several degrees and certificate programs designed to enhance understanding of the processes of government and global security.
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Advance your career in public management, navigate the complex environments of policy, finance, and administration, and make a meaningful impact within today’s society.
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Master’s in Public Management FAQs
Johns Hopkins University’s MA in Public Management program is a 10-course, 30-credit professional master’s degree program – often completed within 12-24 months, though students have up to five years for degree completion. Courses are offered online, in-person at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center in Washington, D.C., or through a combination of both modalities.
The admissions criteria for the MA in Public Management program includes a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university, or an equivalent international credential, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. The application can be completed online and requires supporting materials, including resume, transcripts, and more.
Tuition and fees for the MA in Public Management program currently range from $51,400 – $52,400 USD. The cost per course is $5,140. Students may be eligible to access federal loans, employer tuition assistance, military and veterans benefits, or partner-organization benefits to offset the cost of the degree. Learn more about financial aid options.
Students complete six electives in this degree program. There are three curated collections of courses to help students identify targeted knowledge and experiences in these areas of focus: Public Administration and Leadership; Public Policy Evaluation; and Public Financial Management and Budgeting.
Yes. The capstone project is a required course in the MA in Public Management program and must be completed in a student’s final semester. Each year, the student who submits the most outstanding capstone project is awarded the Seidman Award.