Master of Public AdministrationDo you want to make a difference? Do you want to be the difference? For over 30 years, UAB’s Master of Public Administration Program has prepared students for successful careers in public service where they can serve the greater good. We have graduates locally and across the country who have become successful leaders and managers in local, state, and federal government positions,and nonprofit organizations. To ensure excellence in public service education the Master of Public Administration program at UAB is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration. Our nationally ranked program (ranked in number 72 in the nation) is among the best in the Southeast. We invite you to explore our program and see all that it has to offer. Connections for Professional Development and Career Placement. The MPA at UAB offers what most online programs cannot: connections to the people who make hiring decisions and opportunities to connect with government and nonprofit agencies in Alabama's largest metro area. We have a solid track record of helping our students obtain excellent career placements in public service positions locally and nationally. A Program that Fits Your Life. Our program is designed with the busy professional in mind. All classes are offered in the evening, allowing our students to pursue their degree while maintaining full-time employment. In addition some of our courses are offered in a blended learning format, offering a mix of online and face-to-face instruction. A Program Close to the Public Service. UAB's location in Birmingham offers countless opportunities for students to interact with a wide variety of public service professionals in the government and nonprofit sectors. Many of our courses are taught by seasoned government and nonprofit professionals. Our location also provides great opportunities for a wide range of internship placements. Our internship program has been recognized by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration for its excellence.
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