Certificate in Public Administration

Overview

As new programs and policies emerge in the municipal sector, it is imperative that aspiring employees stay well informed about new trends, issues and challenges within their fields of expertise. Clark’s School of Professional Studies Public Administration Certificate program is designed for municipal employees of all levels, to improve their current work status, or position them for the next level of career advancement.   The Public Administration certificate allows employees to gain additional knowledge, skills and expertise ready to be applied in the municipal sector.

Public Administration Certificate Requirements

The School of Professional Studies Public Administration Certificate Program consists of six management focused courses.  The six certificate courses below are listed in order of general recommended sequence.  Participants who feel they have extensive professional experience in any of the required core courses may petition for the requirement to be waived. Those who feel they may qualify for such a waiver should consult with the MPA Program Lead. If their petition is approved, they may replace the waived core course with another MPA elective course.

• MPA 3840 - Project Management  
• MSPC 3300 - Professional Communication Seminar  
• MSPC 3620 - Cultural Diversity And Intercultural Communication  
• MPA 3260 - Leadership  
• MPA 3320 - Ethics and Professional Life  
• MSPC 3500 - Interpersonal Communication