Master of Public Administration (MPA): Public Sector Management and Leadership (off-campus) - Cohort Locations

Every off-campus cohort has a specialization within the MPA Public Sector Management and Leadership option. Please read specialization descriptions below.

Fall 2021 Cohorts

• Santa Barbara | Specialization in Program Management and Leadership
  County Employees University Bldg., 267 Camino del Remedio, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
• LAUSD | Specialization in Program Management and Leadership
  Los Angeles Unified School District, 333 S. Beaudry Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90017

Spring 2021 Cohorts

• Glendale | Specialization in Program Management and Leadership
  Glendale Community College, 1500 N. Verdugo Road, Glendale, CA 91205
• South El Monte (LADPSS) | Specialization in Program Management and Leadership
  Ramada Inn, 1089 Santa Anita Avenue, South El Monte, CA 91733
• Santa Barbara | Specialization in Program Management and Leadership
  County Employees University Bldg.,  267 Camino del Remedio, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Specializations

Human Resources

This specialization’s courses prepare both current and future public administrators to address the hiring, retention, promotion and engagement of employees within public-sector organizations by linking the best current practices in each of these areas to an organization’s strategic plan. Participants learn how to innovate and adapt in order to function effectively and proactively as HR professionals.

Program Analysis and Evaluation

The courses in this specialization introduce participants to the various methods of program analysis and evaluation used in the field of public administration and provide the skills needed both for improving existing evaluation systems and designing new systems that will provide the information needed in order to achieve organizational objectives.

Program Management and Leadership

The courses in this area facilitate the development of managerial effectiveness and leadership capabilities. Participants assess their own leadership strengths as well as their access to professional development opportunities. Students acquire knowledge, competencies, and skills appropriate to various models and methods of management and leadership.