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.
Outcome goals and graduates' proficiency levels
These results show recent Capella graduates' proficiency levels in the expected learning outcomes for this program. Faculty make this assessment in the capstone course—the final course in which Capella students demonstrate what they've learned
2017-2018 Demonstration of Program Outcomes
Master of Public Administration
Outcome Demonstrations
Source: Aggregated faculty judgments of learner demonstration of program outcomes from Q2 2017 – Q1 2018 capstone courses.
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.
Master of Public Administration Degree Program Graduates
Data from graduates of the Master of Public Administration degree program have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
The graphs below show some key findings from Capella's Alumni
Outcomes Survey. We use this information to help improve our courses,
programs and services and to give you an idea of how alumni are using
their degrees.
Career Preparation
Master of Public Administration Graduates
Career Preparation
Master of Public Administration Degree Program Graduates
The skills and knowledge have been immediately applicable to my career: 100%
My degree has positioned me to achieve my professional ambitions: 100%
Capella's competency based curriculum has prepared me for the needs of my profession: 100%
Percentage of respondents who answered
"strongly agree" or "agree"
Source:
Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation.
The data were collected during Q3 2017 - Q1 2018.
Career & Professional Accomplishments
Master of Public
Administration Graduates
Career and Professional
Accomplishments
Master of Public Administration Degree Program Graduates
Made a significant contribution to my profession: 13%
Successfully changed jobs and-or-careers: 63%
Assumed leadership responsibilities: 50%
Received a salary increase: 38%
Received a promotion: 38%
Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography, and degree field, affect career outcomes, and Capella does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, or other career growth.
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 Q3 2017 – Q1 2018.
Master of Public Administration Degree Program Graduates
Data from graduates of the Master of Public Administration degree program have been combined for these Student Experience results.
The graphs below show some key findings from Capella's Alumni
Outcomes Survey. We use this information to help improve our courses,
programs and services and to give you an idea of how alumni feel about
Capella and what general skills and abilities they gained.
Satisfaction With Capella
Master of Public Administration Graduates
Satisfaction with Capella
Master
of Public Administration Degree Program Graduates
I have or intend to recommend Capella: 100%
I am satisfied with my Capella education: 100%
Capella gave me the most efficient direct path to completing my degree: 100%
Percentage of respondents who answered
affirmatively.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes
Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3
2017 – Q1 2018.
Skills & Abilities
Master of
Public Administration Graduates
Skills & Abilities
Master of Public Administration Degree Program Graduates
Write clearly, accurately, and professionally; use sources appropriately : 100%
Communicate thoughts and ideas in varied settings : 100%
Show ethical conduct reflecting values and beliefs of discipline : 100%
Show knowledge of field; respect contributions of other fields : 100%
Analyze theoretical issues or investigate real-world phenomena, create knowledge : 100%
Locate, evaluate and communicate information; address legal, professional, other issues : 100%
Critically examine, analyze, and evaluate thinking using intellectual standards and creativity : 100%
Critically evaluate, select, and use discipline-appropriate technology : 100%
Show appreciation for group and individual differences : 100%
Demonstrate effective leadership in diverse environments : 100%
Apply the specialized knowledge associated with professional practice area : 100%
Percentage of respondents who rated
themselves as "proficient" or "exceptional" 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 Q3 2017 – Q2 2018.
Expense, completion, & career information (Gainful Employment)
Capella believes in being clear about the real cost, time, and value
of a Capella degree The Gainful Employment disclosures, required by
the US Department of Education (ED) (under 34 CFR 688.6), provide some
information about completion, expenses, and occupations. Most of our
students are part-time so they might not take a full course load or
attend all 4 quarters each year. We took that into account in
calculating these data. For example, we define program length for
certificates and master's and doctoral degrees as the number of
calendar quarters it takes a typical student to complete a program.
The ED has defined time to complete for a bachelor's degree as 4
years. Program cost is based on the specific pricing structure for
each program which is either a cost per credit or a cost per active
quarter.
Other related information may be found on the Learning Outcomes, Career Outcomes, and Student Experience tabs on this page.
See Gainful Employment data for this program's specializations
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Jeffrey Fenne, MS
2008 Graduate
School of Public Service Leadership
Specialization in Health Care Administration