Master of Public Administration

Overview

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program at Lincoln University College will provide public managers and those involved in public sector policies and services with a solid foundation of knowledge about the public sector’s nature, role, and development, as well as current trends in its evolution. Our graduates will have the analytical and professional abilities to successfully comprehend and handle the difficulties of contemporary governance and will be able to make an immediate impact for employers in the public, commercial, and non-profit sectors around the world.

For successful completion of Master program at Lincoln University College, each candidate should publish minimum of two research articles in Scopus indexed journals, with Lincoln University College affiliation.

Program Aim

The program of Master of Public Administration will produce professionals who are eligible to:

• Evaluate theories and critical concepts in business by providing recommendations through advanced research in the field of public administration.
• Implement practical measures with interpersonal accuracy through effective communication within a team in research related public administration ventures.
• Adopt relevant digital and numerical research techniques to support decision-making in the field of public administration.
• Execute leadership, autonomy and responsive skills to personally undergo entrepreneurial research work in Public Administration program.
• Display ethical skills and professional responsibility in research related Public Administration work.

Career Opportunities

Professions in public administration are incredibly diverse, allowing applicants to work in a variety of market sectors, both public and private.

Some of the roles assigned to Master of Public Administration graduates are:

• Public Administration Consultant
• Administrative Officer
• Tax Examiner
• Budget Analyst