The Master of Public Administration program provides an academic setting that helps you reach your full potential in public service. Whether you are building on professional experience or preparing to enter the field, you’ll strengthen key skills, expand your knowledge of public administration and set the stage for career growth through coursework, internships and a capstone project.
Public Administration, MPA
What is Public Administration?
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The Public Administration MPA
Lead change and improve communities with a master’s in public administration.
Florida Tech’s MPA program prepares you to lead in government, nonprofits and public agencies, including the military, law enforcement and education.
You’ll gain the skills to shape policy, manage resources and guide organizations through real-world challenges. With coursework in public finance, organizational behavior, law and policy analysis, you’ll graduate ready for careers in city management, policy advising, program evaluation and other leadership roles that make a lasting impact.
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Why Choose Florida Tech for Public Administration?
Florida Tech’s MPA program prepares you to advance in public service. You will strengthen your leadership skills, expand your professional network and position yourself for success in government or nonprofit careers.
Faculty in the Master of Public Administration program bring deep experience from federal, state and local government roles. Their practical knowledge and professional insight enrich the classroom, helping you connect academic concepts to real challenges in public service.
Small class sizes create a close-knit community where you learn not only from professors but also from peers who bring valuable professional experience to the classroom. These connections provide mentorship, networking opportunities and perspectives that enrich your preparation for leadership in public service.
As an MPA student, you can join the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), the leading professional organization in the field. Membership gives you access to research, case studies and professional expertise that support both your studies and your career.
Applicants to the Master of Public Administration program must hold a bachelor’s degree, but it does not need to be in public or business administration. Depending on academic background, some students may be asked to complete preparatory coursework, such as college algebra, to ensure a strong foundation for graduate-level study.
For more information please see our graduate admission requirements, or start your application now!
Careers in Public Administration
Graduates of the Master of Public Administration program are prepared to take on leadership roles in government and nonprofit organizations at the local, state and federal levels.
The program equips students—whether seasoned professionals or those entering the field—with the skills to design, implement, manage and evaluate policies, programs and services that make a tangible impact in public service.
Career opportunities include:
- Public relations manager
- Fundraising manager
- Urban planner
- Regional planner
- Policy analyst
- Foreign service officer
- Grant writer
- Transportation manager
- Public manager
- Operations manager
- Revenue and taxation specialist
Graduates have pursued careers in organizations such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), NASA, the Small Business Administration and FEMA, among others.
Florida Tech Career Services assists students, alumni and employers in their search for careers and employee candidates. We help students develop career plans and job-search skills. Explore our Career Toolbox to learn more about our services and access additional resources.
The Occupational Outlook Handbook, published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), provides information about specific jobs, including median annual pay, working conditions and job outlook, among other things. Check the handbook for information on the outlook for public administration careers.
Advanced Degree Options
Our graduates typically leverage their MPA to advance or transition within their careers, equipped with enhanced skills and credentials that set them apart in the workforce.
Alumni may consider furthering their expertise through our Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program.
Explore the Public Administration, MPA, Curriculum
The Public Administration, MPA, Curriculum
In Florida Tech’s MPA program, you’ll gain a solid foundation in accounting, finance, organizational behavior and law while focusing on the unique challenges of public administration.
Coursework in this 33-credit program explores topics such as public policy, program evaluation, government contracting and the relationship between business and government. Through case studies and applied projects, you’ll develop practical skills to address real-world issues in public service.
The program concludes with a team-based capstone consulting project for an external client, giving you the chance to apply your knowledge and demonstrate your readiness to lead in the public sector.
Courses include:
- Public Finance
- Organizational Behavior
- Public Program Policy and Evaluation
Advance Your Career and Make a Difference
The Florida Tech MPA prepares you for roles where strong ethics, teamwork, clear communication and big-picture thinking are essential.
In this program, you'll work closely with peers, learn from experienced faculty and build professional connections, giving you the knowledge and confidence needed for a rewarding career in public administration.
You'll develop the skills to develop and manage policies, programs and services that make a real difference in communities and organizations.
Whether you’re just starting out or growing from professional experience, a career in public administration lets you make a meaningful impact, lead initiatives that touch many lives and help shape the future of government and nonprofit organizations.
Learn more about Public Administration at Florida Tech on the website.
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