Beal University’s online Master of Public Administration focuses on leadership in government, nonprofit, and public-service organizations, with coursework in public policy, finance, and ethical leadership. Coursework is delivered online in 8-week terms.
MPA
Credential
12-24 mo
Normal length
Online
Coursework
ACCSC
Institutional accreditation
Credential
Normal length
Format
Institutional accreditation
Start dates
Transfer credit (subject to evaluation)
Beal University is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Federal financial aid is available to those who qualify. Eligibility varies by student and program.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
The MPA curriculum covers public policy and administration, governmental and fiscal decision-making, financial management, human resources, and organizational behavior, preparing you to manage public and nonprofit organizations.
CORE COURSES
CAREER INFORMATION
Potential occupations related to this field may include the roles listed below. Employment is not guaranteed, and employers may require additional education, experience, certification, licensure, or background screening.
Senior role; typically requires substantial public-sector management experience.
Senior role; typically requires substantial leadership experience.
WHY STUDY ONLINE WITH BEAL
Eight-week online terms and 6 start dates a year may provide scheduling flexibility.
Beal University is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
The MPA’s coursework is delivered online.
Small cohorts, one-on-one attention, and career services for current students and graduates.
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Beal University is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
The MPA’s coursework is delivered online in 8-week terms.
12 to 24 months in normal time, depending on enrollment pace, using 8-week terms with 6 start dates a year. Program length reflects completion in normal time. Individual completion time varies based on course load, transfer credit, satisfactory academic progress, course availability, and other program requirements. Programs not offered in California.
Potential occupations related to this field may include policy analyst, budget analyst, legislative analyst or aide, and grant writer roles. Senior roles such as city or county manager and nonprofit executive director typically require substantial experience in addition to a degree. Employment is not guaranteed, and employers may require additional education, experience, certification, licensure, or background screening.
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