The School of Public Affairs is a professional graduate school in public administration that prepares students for careers in public management, public policy analysis and evaluation, urban management and planning, and public information management. To improve public management, the school maintains public service programs that educate and advise public service practitioners. To improve public policymaking, the school maintains research and service programs that identify issues, disseminate information, and propose solutions to major public problems. To foster the next generation of scholars, the school maintains research programs designed to advance understanding of the processes by which public resources and personnel are organized to formulate, implement, and manage public policy decisions.
Faculty participate in offering an interdisciplinary degree leading to the Doctor of Public Administration (D.P.A.). See “Doctor of Public Administration” and “Public Administration” for information on this professional doctoral degree program.
MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
The M.P.A. is an interdisciplinary, professional degree designed to prepare students for public service, public management, and policy analysis at the local, state, and national levels of government. The M.P.A. degree is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA).
Concentrations are available in public information management, public management, public policy analysis and evaluation, and urban management and planning.
See “Master of Public Administration” for the degree description.
Morrison Institute for Public Policy
As an integral part of the School of Public Affairs, the Morrison Institute is an applied public policy research center that conducts research on public policy, informs policymakers and citizens about issues, and advises leaders on choices and actions. In partnership with government officials, university faculty, and the private sector, the Morrison Institute conducts research, policy forums, program evaluations, and strategic planning for public, private, and nonprofit clients. The Institute produces publications on a wide range of topics, including urban growth, education, natural resources, governmental systems and relations, health care, social services, quality of life, and economic development.
Advanced Public Executive Program (APEP)
APEP is a continuing education program designed to provide public-sector executives with analytical approaches and skills in leadership, policy analysis, total quality management, media relations, organizational development, team-building, and communication. Located at the ASU Downtown Center, APEP sponsors the Certified Manager Program (CPM), the Institute for Public Executives, Total Quality Management in the Public Sector, the County Elected Officials’ Certification Program, and presents custom-tailored professional development programs for public-sector managers.
Omnibus Graduate Courses: See omnibus graduate courses that may be offered.
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