Program Overview

Introduction to the Master of Public Administration (MPA) Program

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of public management and administration. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to succeed in public service careers.

Types of MPA Theses

The MPA program offers four types of theses: case analysis, research report, problem research, and policy analysis.

Case Analysis Thesis

A case analysis thesis involves an in-depth examination of a specific case or event in public management. The thesis should include:

• An introduction to the case, including its background, purpose, and significance
• A description of the case, including its context, events, and outcomes
• An analysis of the case, including its causes, consequences, and implications
• A conclusion that summarizes the findings and provides recommendations for future practice

The case analysis thesis should be at least 20,000 words in length and should follow the standard format for professional master's theses.

Research Report Thesis

A research report thesis involves an investigation of a specific topic or issue in public management. The thesis should include:

• An introduction to the research topic, including its background, purpose, and significance
• A literature review of relevant research on the topic
• A description of the research methodology and design
• A presentation of the research findings and analysis
• A conclusion that summarizes the findings and provides recommendations for future practice

The research report thesis should be at least 20,000 words in length and should follow the standard format for professional master's theses.

Problem Research Thesis

A problem research thesis involves an examination of a specific problem or issue in public management. The thesis should include:

• An introduction to the problem, including its background, purpose, and significance
• A literature review of relevant research on the problem
• An analysis of the problem, including its causes, consequences, and implications
• A presentation of potential solutions to the problem
• A conclusion that summarizes the findings and provides recommendations for future practice

The problem research thesis should be at least 20,000 words in length and should follow the standard format for professional master's theses.

Policy Analysis Thesis

A policy analysis thesis involves an examination of a specific policy or program in public management. The thesis should include:

• An introduction to the policy, including its background, purpose, and significance
• A description of the policy, including its context, content, and outcomes
• An analysis of the policy, including its effectiveness, efficiency, and impact
• A presentation of recommendations for improving the policy
• A conclusion that summarizes the findings and provides recommendations for future practice

The policy analysis thesis should be at least 20,000 words in length and should follow the standard format for professional master's theses.

Requirements for MPA Theses

All MPA theses should meet the following requirements:

• The thesis should be at least 20,000 words in length
• The thesis should follow the standard format for professional master's theses
• The thesis should include a title page, abstract, table of contents, introduction, literature review, methodology, findings, analysis, conclusion, and references
• The thesis should be written in a clear and concise manner, with proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• The thesis should be free of plagiarism and should properly cite all sources used in the research.