Take the Lead In Your Community

Earn your Master of Public Administration at BSU!

The Master of Public Administration program prepares you for leadership roles in the public and nonprofit sectors. Whether entering the program with little or no managerial experience or as a mid-career professional seeking an advanced degree, you'll find quality course work and internship opportunities on a flexible schedule and at a convenient location.

The MPA program provides professional education that will prepare you for a leadership role in public administration and public affairs at the federal, state and local levels, with flexible career opportunities in both the public and nonprofit sectors.

Concentrations:

• Civic and Nonprofit Leadership and Administration - Strengthen organizational capacity, foster civic and democratic life, and build social capital through civic and nonprofit organizations.
   
• Sustainable Community Development - Integrate sustainable economic development, environmental protection and social wellbeing at local, regional, national and international levels.

The Bridgewater Difference: Flexible and Affordable!

• Affordable - Reasonable cost and financial aid opportunities, assistantships and scholarships
   
• Convenient - Located close to highways. Commuter rail on campus.
   
• Flexible - Evening, weekend, and online classes available
   
• Challenging - Expert faculty challenge you to perform your best
   
• Research-based - Students learn best research-based practices in their coursework

Attend an Information Session:

• The best way to learn more about this exciting new graduate program is to attend one of the upcoming College of Graduate Studies information session.  Meet faculty, learn about the innovative curriculum and receive information about the application process.

• Fall 2012 Information Session Date: November 6th @ 5:30 PM

• RSVP online today!

NASPAA Accredited!

BSU is the only public institution in Massachusetts who offers a MPA degree accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA).  The NASPAA accreditation recognizes programs that have gone through a rigorous peer review process and met high standards for professional master's degree programs in public administration.

Contact us to begin taking the first step toward leadership in today's world.

*The MPA program is part of the Political Science Department.

Last Modified: December 17, 2012