Texas State University - San Marcos MPA Program

The Master of Public Administration program (MPA) at Texas State, offered through the Department of Political Science, is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration.

Distinguishing characteristics of the program include opportunities for students from a variety of academic backgrounds; various times and locations for classes; a choice of diverse subspecialties; rich and frequent contact between students and faculty; opportunities for professional networking for students with alumni; focus on continued professional development; emphasis on management in political institutions and processes; intergrations of theoretical and applied approaches to management.

The MPA program's mission is to prepare students for careers as managers and leaders in public service.

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