Outcome Reports
- Doctoral
- DBA Doctor of Business Administration
- DHA Doctor of Health Administration
- DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice
- DPA Doctor of Public Administration
- DrPH Doctor of Public Health
- DSW Doctor of Social Work
- EdD Doctor of Education
- PhD Advanced Studies in Human Behavior
- PhD Business
- PhD Business Management
- PhD Counselor Education & Supervision
- PhD Education
- PhD Human Services
- PhD Information Technology
- PhD Organization and Management
- PhD Psychology
- PhD Public Safety
- PsyD Doctor of Psychology
- PsyD Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology
- EdS
- Master's
- MHA Master of Health Administration
- MNML Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- MPA Master of Public Administration
- MPA Master of Public Administration & MS Public Safety
- MPH Master of Public Health
- MS Addiction Counseling
- MS Career Counseling
- MS Education
- MS Higher Education
- MS Homeland Security
- MS Human Resource Management
- MS Human Services
- MS Information Technology
- MS Leadership
- MS Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy
- MS Mental Health Counseling
- MS Organization & Management
- MS Psychology
- MS Public Safety
- MS School Counseling
- MS Studies in Human Behavior
- MSN Master of Science in Nursing
- MBA
- MBA Accounting Specialization
- MBA Business Intelligence Specialization
- MBA Entrepreneurship Specialization
- MBA Finance Specialization
- MBA General Business Specialization
- MBA Global Operations and Supply Chain Management Specialization
- MBA Health Care Management Specialization
- MBA Human Resource Management Specialization
- MBA Information Technology Management Specialization
- MBA Marketing
- MBA Project Management Specialization
- Bachelor's
Master of Public Administration
Strengthen the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to manage current public issues and plan for the future.This program engages learners in an interdisciplinary curriculum that presents a theoretical and practical foundation of the field, as well as competencies in policy development and regulatory oversight. Develop the skills to collaborate with diverse populations; manage resources; formulate appropriate responses to public issues; and maintain professional ethics and integrity.
Master of Public Administration (MPA) specialization
- General Public Administration
Quality and Professional Relevance
- The MPA program was designed around national public administration curriculum standards.
- Students will learn from faculty experts that bring both academic and professional experience into the courseroom from public administration and across the public service segments.
Expected Program Outcomes
- Manage public administration resources effectively.
- Develop solutions based on citizen involvement, informed decision-making, and leadership. Develop and implement public administration policies and administrative processes.
- Apply professional ethics and integrity.
- Implement equitable solutions for diverse populations in the global community.
- Communicate effectively across the public administration discipline.
School of Public Service Leadership Master's Degree Graduates
Data from graduates across all Public Service Leadership masters programs have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
Master's degree graduates from Capella's School of Public Service leadership report satisfaction with their tasks and responsibilities. The majority (70%) of graduates are employed in healthcare, non-profit, social/community services, P-12, or government/public sector settings.
Percentage of respondents who answered "satisfied" or "very satisfied"
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during
Q4 2009 - Q3 2010.
Many of our Public Service Leadership master's degree alumni report receiving a salary increase or assuming a leadership role.
Percentage of respondents who indicated they had accomplished each item
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during
Q4 2009 - Q3 2010.
School of Public Service Leadership Master's Degree Graduates
Data from graduates across all Public Service Leadership masters programs have been combined for these Student Experience results.
Most graduates of the School of Public Service Leadership master's degree programs report that earning a master's degree has helped them meet program and career goals. They are likely to recommend Capella to friends and family.
Percentage of respondents who answered affirmatively
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during
Q4 2009 - Q3 2010.
School of Public Service Leadership master's degree graduates say that they gained valuable skills and abilities which are applicable in a range of professional settings.
Percentage of respondents who rated themselves as "proficient" or "distinguished"
on ability to demonstrate the skill or ability on the job.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during
Q4 2009 - Q3 2010.
Expense completion &
career information
Expected time to completion:
Not enough data to report at this time.
On Time Completion Rate:
Not enough data to report at this time.
SOC codes:
- 11-9151 (Social and community service managers)
- 11-1300 (Management, business, and financial occupations)
Program cost
- Average: $15,651
- Minimum: $15,228
- Maximum: $20,304
Books
$650-1,150
Fees:
$425
Median Debt:
Not enough data to report at this time.
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Alumni Success Story Quote
Jeffrey Fenne, MS
"he greatest reward to me is the ability to look at the big picture and influence the direction of the organization."